Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-9979 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX9979-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index37,533 (Processors scale)
Category rank#22,946
Street price$369
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar101.72
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-9979 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 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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