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Altrix CX-5949 Edge 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5949-EDGE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index35,044 (Processors scale)
Category rank#30,122
Street price$329
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar106.52
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5949 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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