Veltrix CX-6557 Prime 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX6557-PRIME · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 44,106 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #18,044 |
| Street price | $509 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 86.65 |
| Released | 2020 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-6557 Prime |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 16 cores / 32 threads |
| Base clock | 4.0 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.7 GHz |
| L3 cache | 128 MB (3D stacked) |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
Related guides
CPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedAMD AM5 SocketIntel LGA1851 SocketIntel LGA1700 SocketNPUs and AI PCs
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexora CX-6585 SE 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 22,617 | $129 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-3834 Edge 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 49,606 | $509 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-6903 Pro 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 37,492 | $369 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-5374 Ti 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 13,647 | $69 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-2527 Core 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 28,595 | $209 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-7811 Max 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 27,698 | $209 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-6557 Prime 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/2090965 (accessed 2026-10-21).