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Altrix CX-8659 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8659-XT · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index39,880 (Processors scale)
Category rank#41,778
Street price$419
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar95.18
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8659 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 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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