Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8421 SE 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8421-SE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index41,106 (Processors scale)
Category rank#14,277
Street price$349
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar117.78
Released2022

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8421 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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