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Altrix CX-5978 Prime 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5978-PRIME · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index34,368 (Processors scale)
Category rank#12,761
Street price$319
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar107.74
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5978 Prime
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads14 cores (6P + 8E) / 14 threads
Base clock3.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache24 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 graphicsIntegrated graphics (4 cores)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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