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Altrix CX-7979 SE 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX7979-SE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index34,010 (Processors scale)
Category rank#36,768
Street price$279
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar121.90
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-7979 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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