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Altrix CX-8500 Max 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8500-MAX · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index33,022 (Processors scale)
Category rank#34,993
Street price$289
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar114.26
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8500 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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