AMD released the Ryzen 5 5500X3D processor for sale in China

Ryzen 5 5500X3D is now available in China

*Brief news overview*

- In July last year, AMD introduced the budget Ryzen 5 5500X3D – the first Zen‑3 chip with 3D V‑Cache.

- It was originally aimed at the Latin American market, but it can now be purchased in China for $175.

*How it appeared on the Chinese market*

- According to VideoCardz, the processor is sold through AMD’s official representation on one of the popular Chinese e‑commerce platforms. This confirms that the model is indeed available there and is not a “pseudo‑manufacture”.

Technical specifications
Parameter Value
Cores / Threads 6 / 12 (Zen‑3)
Clock speeds 3.0–4.0 GHz
Cache L3 96 MB + 3 × L2 cache
TDP 105 W (without included cooler)
Socket Socket AM4
PCIe 4.0
DDR memory DDR4‑3200, dual‑channel mode

*Important:*

- No integrated graphics – a discrete GPU is required.

- Compatibility with motherboards should be checked individually.

Conclusion
Ryzen 5 5500X3D is now officially available in China at $175, making it an attractive choice for building a budget system based on Zen‑3 with 3D V‑Cache. When selecting a motherboard, it’s important to ensure that it supports this model and all required interfaces.