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Veltrix CX-8638 Prime 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8638-PRIME · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index48,180 (Processors scale)
Category rank#36,575
Street price$619
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar77.84
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8638 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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