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Veltrix CX-5042 Pro 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5042-PRO · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index23,664 (Processors scale)
Category rank#39,093
Street price$149
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar158.82
Released2022

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-5042 Pro
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 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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