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Veltrix CX-8879 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8879-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index15,440 (Processors scale)
Category rank#42,567
Street price$69
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar223.77
Released2022

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8879 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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