Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-6172 Plus 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX6172-PLUS · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index39,945 (Processors scale)
Category rank#45,469
Street price$479
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar83.39
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-6172 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
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
Cooler includedNo

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