Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-5042 Max 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX5042-MAX · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index41,324 (Processors scale)
Category rank#17,193
Street price$489
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar84.51
Released2023

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-5042 Max
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 supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

Related guides

AMD AM5 SocketCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedDDR5 Memory ExplainedPCIe 5.0 ExplainedAMD AM5 Chipsets Compared

Similar Processors

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Altrix CX-9967 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor23,205$149Compare
Nexora CX-5315 Pro 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor24,965$159Compare
Veltrix CX-5636 Plus 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor45,191$469Compare
Nexora CX-3554 Plus 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor27,610$179Compare
Veltrix CX-1008 Edge 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor47,393$579Compare
Nexora CX-4288 Ti 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor58,188$799Compare

All Processors · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Nexora CX-5042 Max 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/1955735 (accessed 2026-10-26).