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Altrix CX-1178 Prime 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1178-PRIME · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index52,280 (Processors scale)
Category rank#20,744
Street price$779
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar67.11
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1178 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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