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Veltrix CX-2988 Prime 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX2988-PRIME · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index32,260 (Processors scale)
Category rank#14,776
Street price$249
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar129.56
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-2988 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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