Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-3838 Max 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3838-MAX · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index40,054 (Processors scale)
Category rank#40,022
Street price$429
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar93.37
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-3838 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
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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