Nexora CX-8979 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8979-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-23
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 26,916 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #31,910 |
| Street price | $149 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 180.64 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Nexora |
|---|---|
| Model | Nexora CX-8979 Prime |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 4.0 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
Related guides
CPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedAMD AM5 SocketIntel LGA1851 SocketIntel LGA1700 SocketNPUs and AI PCs
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexora CX-4738 Pro 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 37,082 | $429 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-9037 Edge 24-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor | 59,600 | $899 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-8842 Plus 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 34,138 | $269 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-3083 Max 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 33,973 | $309 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-8241 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 20,884 | $129 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-1889 Ti 20-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor | 38,036 | $409 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Nexora CX-8979 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/14733937 (accessed 2026-10-23).