Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-2979 Edge 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX2979-EDGE · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index49,982 (Processors scale)
Category rank#17,301
Street price$519
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar96.30
Released2019

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-2979 Edge
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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