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Altrix CX-3988 SE 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3988-SE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index49,034 (Processors scale)
Category rank#21,880
Street price$539
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar90.97
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-3988 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 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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