Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-1609 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1609-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index34,254 (Processors scale)
Category rank#32,613
Street price$289
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar118.53
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1609 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 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
Cooler includedNo

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