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Altrix CX-5979 SE 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5979-SE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index53,562 (Processors scale)
Category rank#43,647
Street price$759
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar70.57
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5979 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
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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