Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-5998 Ultra 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5998-ULTRA · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index14,667 (Processors scale)
Category rank#30,054
Street price$69
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar212.57
Released2026

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5998 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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