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Altrix CX-8689 Edge 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8689-EDGE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index18,952 (Processors scale)
Category rank#16,073
Street price$119
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar159.26
Released2022

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8689 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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