Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-1297 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1297-ULTRA · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index59,600 (Processors scale)
Category rank#11,161
Street price$869
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar68.58
Released2026

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1297 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.7 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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