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Altrix CX-8987 Prime 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8987-PRIME · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index27,299 (Processors scale)
Category rank#18,494
Street price$189
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar144.44
Released2019

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8987 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock4.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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