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Veltrix CX-4242 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX4242-XT · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index48,670 (Processors scale)
Category rank#5,742
Street price$679
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar71.68
Released2022

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-4242 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 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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