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Altrix CX-8698 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8698-PLUS · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index43,910 (Processors scale)
Category rank#41,711
Street price$589
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar74.55
Released2026

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8698 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache32 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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