Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-3172 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3172-PRIME · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index37,545 (Processors scale)
Category rank#20,934
Street price$339
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar110.75
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-3172 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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