Ryzen 5 4500

Released Apr 1, 2022 · Analysis updated Mar 4, 2026

6-core, 12-thread AM4 processor with efficient 65W TDP, including a Wraith Stealth cooler. The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 scores 69/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the cpus category. Coverage includes reviews from Lanoc, Pcmag, Techteamgb, and Tomshardware.

Critic Score

What's this?

based on 4 expert reviews

LanocPcmagTechteamgbTomshardware

Low confidence · only 4 reviews

Where to buy

amazon$79.95

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Pros

Affordable price(2)

Cons

Built on older "zen 2" architecture(3)
No integrated graphics(2)
Lacks pcie gen 4 support(2)
Sub-par gaming performance(2)

4 Expert Reviews

Apr 11, 2024

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 offers 6 cores and 12 threads at a budget-friendly MSRP of $129, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious builders.

Apr 30, 2022

AMD's Ryzen 5 4500 is a slightly retro CPU with one or two strikes against it due to its aging "Zen 2" architecture, but it nevertheless offers solid performance for budget buyers who own a graphics c...

Apr 22, 2022

The Ryzen 5 4500 is a budget CPU that uses older Zen 2 architecture and lacks PCIe Gen 4 support, resulting in performance that lags behind both newer AMD and Intel alternatives despite its lower pric...

Sep 18, 2022

AMD's Ryzen 3 4100 and Ryzen 5 4500 are based on an aging design that isn't competitive with Intel's potent Core i3-12100/F, losing by large margins in gaming and other important performance criteria.