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Altrix CX-8946 Ultra 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8946-ULTRA · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index20,100 (Processors scale)
Category rank#8,683
Street price$99
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar203.03
Released2019

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8946 Ultra
SocketAM4
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock4.3 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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