Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-1697 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX1697-ULTRA · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index33,608 (Processors scale)
Category rank#25,340
Street price$329
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar102.15
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-1697 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 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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