Desktop processor AMD Ryzen 5 5500, 6 cores / 12 threads, 3.6–4.2 GHz, 16 MB L3, Socket AM4, TDP 65 W, DDR4-2933

AMD StoreMI Technology offers a fast and simple solution to expand and accelerate desktop storage on systems with an AMD Ryzen processor. Built on the AMD Zen 3 core architecture, these processors deliver high single-thread and multi-thread performance suitable for gaming and demanding applications. Select Ryzen processors also carry the Ryzen VR-Ready Premium designation for improved virtual reality experiences.

Advantages

StoreMI combines SSD and HDD storage to improve system responsiveness without complex setup. Zen 3 cores provide increased instructions-per-cycle and higher clock speeds compared with prior generations, improving game and application performance. Ryzen VR-Ready Premium processors are optimized for stable frame rates and low latency in VR environments.

Key specifications

• Technology: AMD StoreMI storage acceleration
• Microarchitecture: AMD Zen 3 cores
• Platform: AMD Ryzen processor family
• Certification: Selected models marked Ryzen VR-Ready Premium

How to use

Install an AMD Ryzen processor on a compatible motherboard and enable StoreMI through the AMD utility to combine SSD and HDD tiers. For Zen 3 processors, follow motherboard vendor instructions for BIOS updates and CPU installation. For VR-Ready Premium systems, pair the processor with a compatible GPU and VR headset and configure VR software according to the headset maker's guidelines.

Recommendations

Use StoreMI to accelerate commonly used applications by designating a fast SSD as the cache tier. Ensure your motherboard BIOS is up to date for Zen 3 support and verify that your chosen Ryzen model carries the VR-Ready Premium label if you plan to run VR content.