Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8838 Edge 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8838-EDGE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index38,836 (Processors scale)
Category rank#592
Street price$319
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar121.74
Released2021

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8838 Edge
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock4.6 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

Related guides

CPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedAMD AM5 SocketIntel LGA1851 SocketIntel LGA1700 SocketNPUs and AI PCs

Similar Processors

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Veltrix CX-8384 Ti 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor52,924$859Compare
Veltrix CX-1469 Max 10-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor30,051$219Compare
Altrix CX-4597 Plus 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor47,927$579Compare
Veltrix CX-6116 Pro 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor59,600$739Compare
Nexora CX-6386 Ti 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor27,875$179Compare
Altrix CX-3784 Plus 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor41,977$499Compare

All Processors · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Altrix CX-8838 Edge 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/29955885 (accessed 2026-10-24).