Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-3278 Core 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3278-CORE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index28,271 (Processors scale)
Category rank#13,798
Street price$199
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar142.07
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-3278 Core
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock4.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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