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Veltrix CX-2542 Ultra 20-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX2542-ULTRA · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index38,066 (Processors scale)
Category rank#20,652
Street price$369
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar103.16
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-2542 Ultra
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads20 cores (8P + 12E) / 20 threads
Base clock2.9 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache30 MB
Power125 W base / 250 W max turbo
Memory supportDDR5-6400, dual channel (CUDIMM supported)
CPU PCIe lanes20× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0
Integrated graphicsNone (F model)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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