Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8974 SE 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8974-SE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index49,587 (Processors scale)
Category rank#20,467
Street price$629
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar78.83
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8974 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
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
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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