Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8996 Core 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8996-CORE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index59,600 (Processors scale)
Category rank#31,614
Street price$899
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar66.30
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8996 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock5.7 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
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
Cooler includedNo

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