Altrix CX-3971 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3971-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-25
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 45,364 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #49,386 |
| Street price | $509 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 89.12 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-3971 Max |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 4.4 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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