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Veltrix CX-2959 Pro 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX2959-PRO · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index50,642 (Processors scale)
Category rank#7,983
Street price$639
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar79.25
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-2959 Pro
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 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

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