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Veltrix CX-8956 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8956-XT · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index44,850 (Processors scale)
Category rank#10,406
Street price$559
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar80.23
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8956 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 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 includedYes (stock air cooler)

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