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Veltrix CX-8971 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8971-XT · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index26,545 (Processors scale)
Category rank#34,725
Street price$179
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar148.30
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8971 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 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 includedYes (stock air cooler)

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