Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8988 Core 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8988-CORE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index51,374 (Processors scale)
Category rank#21,049
Street price$769
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar66.81
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8988 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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