Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-5261 Prime 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5261-PRIME · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index52,932 (Processors scale)
Category rank#49,220
Street price$729
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar72.61
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5261 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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