Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-2980 Ultra 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2980-ULTRA · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index42,150 (Processors scale)
Category rank#8,440
Street price$509
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar82.81
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2980 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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