Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-4956 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX4956-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index35,127 (Processors scale)
Category rank#30,669
Street price$319
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar110.12
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-4956 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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