The AMD Ryzen 5 3500X, identified by part number 100-000000158, belongs to the AMD Ryzen 5 Processors Tray category and is aimed at providing efficient performance for gaming and professional work. Manufactured by AMD Tray, this processor distinguishes itself by offering 6 cores and 6 threads, operating at a base clock speed of 3.6GHz and able to boost up to 4.1GHz. Unlike its counterparts with SMT (Simultaneous Multi-Threading) enabled, the 3500X focuses on delivering strong single-threaded performance which is ideal for gaming applications that rely more on clock speed than multi-threading capabilities. Built on AMD's advanced 7nm process and leveraging the Zen 2 architecture, the Ryzen 5 3500X offers a balance between performance and power efficiency. It's well-suited for gamers and PC builders looking for a capable CPU that can handle modern gaming titles at high settings, as well as everyday computing tasks. Its compatibility with the AM4 platform ensures users can choose from a wide range of motherboards for their system build or upgrade.