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Altrix CX-5279 Edge 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5279-EDGE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index40,587 (Processors scale)
Category rank#13,404
Street price$449
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar90.39
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5279 Edge
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock4.6 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
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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