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Veltrix CX-8946 Core 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8946-CORE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index33,420 (Processors scale)
Category rank#8,083
Street price$299
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar111.77
Released2021

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8946 Core
SocketAM4
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock4.5 GHz
L3 cache64 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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