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Altrix CX-8947 Prime 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8947-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index47,725 (Processors scale)
Category rank#43,159
Street price$479
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar99.63
Released2021

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8947 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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