Altrix CX-8948 Max 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8948-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-19
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 44,406 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #22,432 |
| Street price | $569 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 78.04 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-8948 Max |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 12 cores / 24 threads |
| Base clock | 3.4 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.7 GHz |
| L3 cache | 64 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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