Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8520 Prime 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8520-PRIME · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index46,007 (Processors scale)
Category rank#31,312
Street price$629
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar73.14
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8520 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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