Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-1196 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX1196-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index46,329 (Processors scale)
Category rank#5,004
Street price$479
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar96.72
Released2021

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-1196 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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