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Altrix CX-3178 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3178-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index36,313 (Processors scale)
Category rank#4,339
Street price$319
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar113.83
Released2022

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-3178 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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