Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-1242 Plus 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX1242-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index45,868 (Processors scale)
Category rank#47,996
Street price$559
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar82.05
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-1242 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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