Veltrix CX-8973 Ultra 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8973-ULTRA · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-25
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 21,154 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #41,409 |
| Street price | $139 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 152.19 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-8973 Ultra |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Cores / threads | 14 cores (6P + 8E) / 20 threads |
| Base clock | 3.0 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.7 GHz |
| L3 cache | 25 MB |
| Power | 65 W base / 181 W max turbo |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 16× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0 |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (32 EU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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