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Veltrix CX-3042 Prime 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX3042-PRIME · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index48,072 (Processors scale)
Category rank#11,084
Street price$619
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar77.66
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-3042 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
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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