AMD Ryzen 5 5600U
Opinion and specs
Our verdict
Entry-levelThe AMD Ryzen 5 5600U is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It came out in 2021.
It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $790.
There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V is 31% faster and its entry price is $91 lower.
Frequently asked questions
Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600U a good processor?
The AMD Ryzen 5 5600U is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It ranks 165 of 272 and delivers 23.8% of what the fastest one on the market does.
What does the U mean in AMD processors?
The U marks AMD's low-power line: 15 W, for thin, quiet laptops with longer battery life.
What year is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600U from?
AMD Ryzen 5 5600U came out in 2021.
What is the Intel equivalent of AMD Ryzen 5 5600U?
The closest in performance is Intel Core 7 150U.
How much does a laptop with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600U cost?
It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $790.
Which alternative is worth it?
There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V is 31% faster and its entry price is $91 lower.
Specs
| Model | 5600U |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD |
| L2 cache | 3 MB |
| Family | AMD Ryzen™ 5 |
| L3 cache | 16 MB |
| Motherboard chipset | AMD SoC |
| Boost frequency | 4,2 GHz |
| Cores | 6 |
| Threads | 12 |
| Frequency | 2,3 GHz |
| Cache | 16 MB |
| Cache type | L3 |
Performance summary
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Laptops with AMD Ryzen 5 5600U:
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