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Veltrix CX-8688 Pro 20-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8688-PRO · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index56,257 (Processors scale)
Category rank#44,331
Street price$729
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar77.17
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8688 Pro
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads20 cores (8P + 12E) / 20 threads
Base clock2.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache30 MB
Power125 W base / 250 W max turbo
Memory supportDDR5-6400, dual channel (CUDIMM supported)
CPU PCIe lanes20× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (4 cores)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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