AMD Ryzen 5 8500G 6-Core 12-Thread AM5 Desktop Processor
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
AMD Ryzen 5 8500G 6-Core 12-Thread AM5 Desktop Processor (100-100000931BOX) - 3 Years Local Warranty
6 Cores, 12 Threads on Zen 4 and Zen 4c
The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G runs 6 cores (2x Zen 4, 4x Zen 4c) and 12 threads at a 3.5 GHz base clock with boost up to 5 GHz, backed by 6 MB of L2 and 16 MB of L3 cache, in a 65 W default TDP.
AM5 Platform
It installs in AM5 motherboards (A620, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, X870E, X870, B840, B850) and supports 2-channel DDR5 UDIMM memory, with PCIe 4.0 connectivity (10 usable lanes from the CPU).
Integrated Graphics
Integrated AMD Radeon 740M (4 graphics cores at 2800 MHz) provides display output without a discrete card.
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AMD Ryzen 5 8500G Datasheet — Technical Specifications
General
| Product Name | AMD Ryzen 5 8500G |
| Boxed Part Number (OPN) | 100-100000931BOX |
| Series | Ryzen 8000 Series (former codename Phoenix) |
| Launch Date | Q1 2024 |
| Local Warranty (Singapore) | 3 years, AMD boxed processor limited warranty, supplied by SourceIT with a GST invoice |
CPU
| Architecture | 2x Zen 4, 4x Zen 4c |
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 (SMT) |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Max. Boost Clock | Up to 5 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB |
| Default TDP | 65 W |
| Configurable TDP (cTDP) | 45-65W |
| Process | TSMC 4nm FinFET |
| Max. Operating Temperature (Tjmax) | 95 °C |
| Boost Technology | Precision Boost 2 |
| Overclocking & Tuning | Precision Boost Overdrive, Curve Optimizer voltage offsets, AMD Ryzen Master |
| Instruction Set Extensions | AES, AMD-V, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, FMA3, MMX-plus, SHA, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4A, SSSE3, x86-64 |
Platform & Memory
| CPU Socket | AM5 |
| Supporting Chipsets | A620, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, X870E, X870, B840, B850 |
| Memory Type | DDR5 UDIMM, 2 channels |
| Max. Memory Speed | 2x1R DDR5-5200, 2x2R DDR5-5200, 4x1R DDR5-3600, 4x2R DDR5-3600 |
| ECC Support | Yes (Requires platform support) |
| Memory Overclocking | AMD EXPO Technology |
Connectivity
| PCI Express Version | PCIe 4.0 |
| Native PCIe Lanes | 14 total / 10 usable |
| NVMe Support | Boot, RAID 0, RAID 1 |
| Native USB | 2 x USB4 (40Gbps), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), 1 x USB 2.0 |
Graphics
| Graphics Model | AMD Radeon 740M |
| Graphics Cores | 4 |
| Graphics Frequency | 2800 MHz |
| DisplayPort / HDMI | DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1 |
| Max. Displays | 4 |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
Cooling
| Thermal Solution in Box | AMD Wraith Stealth |
Compatibility & Software Support
Motherboard
Requires an AM5 motherboard (A620, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, X870E, X870, B840, B850). Boards may need a BIOS update before they recognise a newer processor, so check the motherboard maker's CPU support list before installing.
Memory
DDR5 UDIMM memory only, 2 channels. AMD EXPO memory profiles are supported.
Operating Systems
Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit, RHEL x86 64-bit, Ubuntu x86 64-bit.
Software
AMD Ryzen Master for monitoring and tuning, and the AMD Chipset Driver from AMD Drivers & Support.
Typical Use
Compact and budget office or home PCs, HTPCs and entry gaming builds that run without a graphics card.
Package Contents & AMD Ryzen 8000 Series (AM5) Ordering Information
In the Box
AMD Ryzen 5 8500G processor in retail packaging with the AMD Wraith Stealth cooler.
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series (AM5)
| Model | Key feature |
| Ryzen 7 8700G | 8C/16T, up to 5.1 GHz, 65W |
| Ryzen 7 8700F | 8C/16T, up to 5 GHz, 65W |
| Ryzen 5 8600G | 6C/12T, up to 5 GHz, 65W |
| Ryzen 5 8500G (this listing) | 6C/12T, up to 5 GHz, 65W |
| Ryzen 5 8400F | 6C/12T, up to 4.7 GHz, 65W |
Datasheet & Downloads
| AMD product page | AMD Ryzen 5 8500G specifications on amd.com |
| Drivers & software | AMD Ryzen 5 8500G drivers and downloads |
| Tuning utility | AMD Ryzen Master |
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Frequently Asked Questions — AMD Ryzen 5 8500G
Does the 8500G come with a cooler?
Yes. The boxed 8500G includes the AMD Wraith Stealth cooler.
Will it work on my AM4 motherboard?
No. The 8500G uses the AM5 socket and DDR5 memory, so it needs an AM5 motherboard such as B650, X670, B850 or X870.
Does it have integrated graphics?
Yes, AMD Radeon 740M.
What memory does it support?
2-channel DDR5 UDIMM, rated to DDR5-5200.
What warranty do I get?
3 years AMD boxed processor limited warranty, supplied locally by SourceIT with a GST invoice.
