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Veltrix CX-5298 Edge 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5298-EDGE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index27,800 (Processors scale)
Category rank#44,748
Street price$209
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar133.01
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-5298 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 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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