Veltrix CX-9496 Prime 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX9496-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-25
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 54,320 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #48,249 |
| Street price | $729 |
| Power | 170 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 74.51 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-9496 Prime |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 16 cores / 32 threads |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 64 MB |
| Power | 170 W TDP (PPT 230 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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