Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-1981 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1981-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index33,448 (Processors scale)
Category rank#30,717
Street price$299
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar111.87
Released2021

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1981 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock4.5 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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