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Veltrix CX-7971 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX7971-PRIME · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index28,173 (Processors scale)
Category rank#17,521
Street price$199
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar141.57
Released2024

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-7971 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
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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