Altrix CX-2556 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2556-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-19
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 43,365 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #12,007 |
| Street price | $439 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 98.78 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-2556 Prime |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 4.5 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
Related guides
AMD AM5 SocketCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedDDR5 Memory ExplainedPCIe 5.0 ExplainedAMD AM5 Chipsets Compared
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altrix CX-2361 Max 10-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 30,944 | $259 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-6956 Ti 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 57,930 | $829 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-9091 SE 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 23,846 | $169 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-6944 Core 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 17,312 | $99 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-6870 Ultra 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 20,511 | $129 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-4340 Ultra 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 27,328 | $169 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Altrix CX-2556 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/12470902 (accessed 2026-10-19).