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Altrix CX-2956 XT 20-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2956-XT · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index43,553 (Processors scale)
Category rank#22,030
Street price$429
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar101.52
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2956 XT
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads20 cores (8P + 12E) / 20 threads
Base clock3.3 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache30 MB
Power125 W base / 250 W max turbo
Memory supportDDR5-6400, dual channel (CUDIMM supported)
CPU PCIe lanes20× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (4 cores)
Unlocked multiplierNo
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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