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Veltrix CX-8960 Edge 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8960-EDGE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index53,016 (Processors scale)
Category rank#26,745
Street price$629
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar84.29
Released2024

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8960 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 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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