Nexora CX-9973 Core 10-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor
Processors · Nexora · SKU CX9973-CORE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-20
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 16,794 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #15,289 |
| Street price | $79 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 212.58 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Nexora |
|---|---|
| Model | Nexora CX-9973 Core |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Cores / threads | 10 cores (6P + 4E) / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 2.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.5 GHz |
| L3 cache | 18 MB |
| Power | 65 W base / 181 W max turbo |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 16× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0 |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (32 EU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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