Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-2242 Max 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX2242-MAX · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index50,853 (Processors scale)
Category rank#32,063
Street price$819
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar62.09
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-2242 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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