Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-9742 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX9742-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-18

Key facts

Benchmark index30,246 (Processors scale)
Category rank#34,150
Street price$209
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar144.72
Released2023

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-9742 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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