Veltrix CX-9178 Edge 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX9178-EDGE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-19
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 40,324 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #40,075 |
| Street price | $469 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 85.98 |
| Released | 2020 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-9178 Edge |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.8 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
Related guides
CPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedAMD AM5 SocketIntel LGA1851 SocketIntel LGA1700 SocketNPUs and AI PCs
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veltrix CX-8943 Prime 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 16,587 | $89 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-2530 Max 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 16,184 | $79 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-5038 Ti 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 46,185 | $499 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-3668 Ultra 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 46,345 | $539 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-7087 Ti 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 24,151 | $149 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-2372 Ti 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 59,406 | $799 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-9178 Edge 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/17532126 (accessed 2026-10-19).