Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8946 Edge 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8946-EDGE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index39,148 (Processors scale)
Category rank#48,068
Street price$419
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar93.43
Released2026

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8946 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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