Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-3970 Max 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX3970-MAX · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-18

Key facts

Benchmark index43,025 (Processors scale)
Category rank#28,769
Street price$469
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar91.74
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-3970 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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