AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G Education Computer – Built in the UK
The Education mATX Desktop PC is a compact 6-core Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G education computer with integrated graphics for classrooms, admin, and everyday computing.
The Education mATX Desktop PC is a compact, affordable AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G education computer built for classrooms, administration and everyday computing. Its six-core, twelve-thread AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G, with integrated Radeon graphics, handles web browsing, word processing, spreadsheets, online learning and video playback smoothly, without the need for a separate graphics card.
Housed in a small, tidy micro-ATX chassis, this Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G education computer fits neatly on or under any desk, making it a practical choice for schools, colleges and home study.
The Education mATX Desktop PC is built on an AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G with six cores and twelve threads and integrated AMD Radeon Graphics. It has 8GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory and a 240GB Crucial BX500 SATA SSD, on a Gigabyte A520M H ARGB motherboard in a black Contour LP-2001 case. It is supplied without an operating system as standard, no keyboard or mouse is included, and it comes with a 3-year parts and labour warranty.
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G with Radeon Graphics
At the heart of the system is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G, a six-core, twelve-thread processor with integrated Radeon graphics that runs at 3.9GHz and boosts to 4.4GHz. It comfortably handles everyday education and office tasks, from research and writing to online lessons, video calls and media playback, and its built-in graphics drive your display without a separate graphics card.
8GB Memory & 240GB SSD
The system comes with 8GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory and a 240GB Crucial BX500 SATA solid-state drive, which together keep the operating system and applications loading quickly and everyday multitasking smooth. The SSD offers fast, responsive performance compared with a traditional hard drive, and there is generous room to add more memory and storage as needs grow, including a spare M.2 slot for a fast NVMe drive and additional SATA connections.
Contour LP-2001 – Compact mATX Chassis
The Education mATX Desktop PC is built in the compact Contour LP-2001 micro-ATX case in black, with a small footprint that fits neatly on or under a desk, or in a classroom or shared workspace. Front-panel USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports and audio jacks make everyday connections quick and easy for keyboards, mice, memory sticks and headsets.
Gigabit LAN, DisplayPort & HDMI Outputs, 7.1 Audio
Connectivity comes from the Gigabyte A520M H ARGB motherboard. Wired networking runs over Gigabit Ethernet for a fast, stable connection, ideal for managed school and office networks. DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 outputs connect to modern monitors and displays, the case’s front-panel USB ports connect everyday peripherals, and the board provides 7.1-channel high-definition audio.
Windows Licensing for Schools
This PC is supplied without an operating system as standard, since most schools already hold their own Microsoft licensing. For qualifying schools, Punch Technology can supply Windows through the Microsoft National Academic Program at a discounted price, please contact us to confirm your school’s eligibility and current pricing.
Additional Services for Schools & Volume Orders
For schools and colleges ordering multiple units, Punch Technology offers a range of additional services to reduce IT workload before machines even leave our workshop:
- On-site installation service for volume orders
- Custom software installation and Windows imaging
- Custom BIOS settings, including BIOS password protection and your school logo flashed into the BIOS to display on boot-up
- Additional warranty options, including on-site support for volume purchases
Get in touch with our team to discuss these services for your order.
Ideal for
- Classrooms, computer labs and administration
- Web browsing, documents and spreadsheets
- Online learning and video calls
- Everyday computing on a budget
- A compact desktop for shared workspaces
With a capable six-core processor, integrated Radeon graphics, fast SSD storage and a compact chassis, the Education mATX Desktop PC is a practical, great-value Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G education computer for schools, colleges and everyday users who need dependable computing without overspending. It leaves clear room to add memory and storage as requirements grow.
Built to order and tested in the UK by Punch Technology, every system comes with a 3-year parts and labour warranty, backed by over 30 years of PC building experience and our status as an AMD Elite System Builder. The estimated lead time for your configuration is shown when you order.
Full Specification
| Processor | |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G 3.9/4.4GHz 6 Core, 12 Thread CPU (AM4) |
| Cores / Threads | 6 Cores / 12 Threads |
| Frequency | Base 3.9GHz / Max Turbo 4.4GHz |
| Cache | 16MB L3 |
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| CPU Cooler | AMD Stock CPU Cooler (stock air cooler) |
| Memory & Storage | |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4 3200MHz |
| Configuration | 1 x 8GB |
| Max Supported | 64 GB (2 x DIMM slots, 1 used) |
| Primary SSD | 240GB Crucial BX500 2.5in SATA SSD (540MB/s R, 500MB/s W) (SATA 6Gb/s) – operating system and applications |
| Optical Drive | None |
| Graphics & Display | |
| GPU | Integrated – AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Display Outputs | 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.1 on the motherboard |
| Motherboard & Connectivity | |
| Motherboard | Gigabyte A520M H ARGB Micro-ATX DDR4 Motherboard (mATX) |
| Chipset | AMD A520 |
| Wired Networking | 1GbE (Realtek) LAN |
| Wireless | None (wired network only) |
| Audio | High Definition Audio 7.1 (Realtek 7.1 HD Audio) |
| Rear & Front I/O (Input/Output) | |
| Rear Ports | 4, 2, 1 x RJ-45 1GbE Ethernet Port |
| Front Ports | 2 x USB 2.0, 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x headphone jack, 1 x microphone jack |
| Motherboard Video | 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.1 |
| Expansion & Internal Slots | |
| PCIe Slots | 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
| Storage Expansion | 1 x M.2 (PCIe 3.0 x4 / SATA; 0 used, 1 free), 4 x SATA 6Gb/s (1 used), case mounts for 1 x 3.5" and 2 x 2.5" drives |
| Power, Case & Cooling | |
| Power Supply | Contour 300W ATX PSU (Not certified (~85% at 50% load), ATX 2.4, Non-modular) |
| Chassis | Contour LP-2001 Black (Mini tower, Solid steel) |
| Fans | 1 x 80mm rear (pre-installed) |
| Liquid Cooling | None (air-cooled – AMD Stock CPU Cooler) |
| Dimensions | 365mm (D) x 170mm (W) x 345mm (H) |
| Software & Support | |
| Operating System | None – supply and install your own |
| Input Devices | No keyboard or mouse included |
| Warranty Cover | 3 Years, Parts & Labour |
| First Year | Free returns on warranty claims |
What is the Education mATX Desktop PC best for?
The Education mATX Desktop PC is an entry-level desktop built for education and everyday computing. Its six-core AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G and integrated Radeon graphics comfortably handle web browsing, Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, online learning platforms, email, video calls and media playback. The fast SSD keeps the system responsive, making it well suited to classrooms, computer labs, administration and home study.
This is a value-focused education and office computer rather than a gaming or content-creation machine. It comes with 8GB of memory in a single module and a 240GB SSD, which is ample for everyday tasks; for heavier multitasking, larger storage needs or smoother integrated graphics, adding a second memory module for dual-channel performance and a larger drive is a straightforward upgrade. For demanding gaming, video editing or 3D work, a system with a dedicated graphics card and more memory would be required.
Where does the Education mATX Desktop PC sit in the range?
The Education mATX Desktop PC sits at the entry point of Punch Technology’s desktop range, offering dependable, great-value performance for education and everyday use in a compact form. For a step up, the Small Form Factor i3 Desktop uses an Intel Core i3-14100 with a 500GB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, and the Core i5 Small Form Factor Education PC moves to an Intel Core i5-14400 with 16GB of memory in two modules and a 256GB M.2 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD. Schools and users who need a dedicated graphics card or more storage can also browse our wider range of education desktop PCs, or add components later.
Frequently Asked Questions
What software can the Education mATX Desktop PC run?
It handles everyday education and office software such as Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, web browsers, online learning platforms, email, video calls and media playback smoothly. The six-core AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G with integrated Radeon graphics and a fast SSD keep it responsive in classrooms, computer labs, administration and home study. It ships without an operating system as standard, so you install your own Windows licence.
Does the Education mATX Desktop PC need a graphics card?
No. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G includes integrated Radeon graphics, which drive your display and handle everyday education and office tasks and media playback without a separate graphics card. The motherboard provides DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 outputs. If you later need more graphics power, the motherboard has a PCIe 3.0 x16 slot ready for a dedicated graphics card.
Does the Education mATX Desktop PC have Wi-Fi?
No, this motherboard has no built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, so it relies on the Gigabit wired Ethernet port for networking. A USB Wi-Fi adapter can be added if wireless connectivity is required.
Does the Education mATX Desktop PC come with Windows?
No, it ships without an operating system as standard, since most schools already hold their own Microsoft licensing. Qualifying schools can add Windows through the Microsoft National Academic Program at a discounted price, please contact us to confirm eligibility. Where Windows is supplied it is genuine and pre-installed, and activation needs you to accept the Microsoft End User Licence Agreement (EULA) on first use.
Who is this PC best suited for?
The Education mATX Desktop PC is best suited to schools, colleges and everyday users who need a dependable, great-value computer for education, administration and general computing, in a compact form that fits any workspace. Its six-core processor and fast SSD make it a practical everyday machine. Those needing more memory, storage or dedicated graphics for heavier workloads can upgrade or choose a higher-specified system.
Can I upgrade the Education mATX Desktop PC or change its parts?
Yes. Like all Punch Technology systems it is configurable, so memory, storage, an operating system, a graphics card and other components can be adjusted to suit your needs before it is built, and every system is assembled and tested in the UK. Afterwards it has a spare memory slot for a second module (up to 64GB in total), a free M.2 slot for a fast NVMe SSD, additional SATA connections and a PCIe 3.0 x16 slot for a dedicated graphics card.
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