Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-5516 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5516-MAX · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index16,083 (Processors scale)
Category rank#33,759
Street price$89
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar180.71
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-5516 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache32 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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