Altrix CX-5998 Prime 20-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5998-PRIME · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-20
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 57,724 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #9,717 |
| Street price | $849 |
| Power | 125 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 67.99 |
| Released | 2026 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-5998 Prime |
| Socket | LGA1851 |
| Cores / threads | 20 cores (8P + 12E) / 20 threads |
| Base clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 30 MB |
| Power | 125 W base / 250 W max turbo |
| Memory support | DDR5-6400, dual channel (CUDIMM supported) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 20× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0 |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (4 cores) |
| Unlocked multiplier | No |
| NPU | 13 TOPS |
| Cooler included | No |
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