AMD Ryzen 5 4500

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 brings 6 cores and 12 threads. Clocks run from 3.6GHz base to 4.1GHz boost. 8MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the AM4 socket with a 65W TDP — about 10.8W per core. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.

Its $112.99 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Warranty coverage follows AMD's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.