Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-2242 Core 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2242-CORE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index55,211 (Processors scale)
Category rank#6,439
Street price$629
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar87.78
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2242 Core
SocketAM4
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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