Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8242 Plus 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8242-PLUS · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index53,770 (Processors scale)
Category rank#20,018
Street price$649
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar82.85
Released2022

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8242 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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