Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-3968 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3968-ULTRA · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index47,482 (Processors scale)
Category rank#12,825
Street price$549
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar86.49
Released2026

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-3968 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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