Veltrix CX-3996 Core 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX3996-CORE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-23
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 51,044 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #31,297 |
| Street price | $769 |
| Power | 170 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 66.38 |
| Released | 2024 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-3996 Core |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 16 cores / 32 threads |
| Base clock | 4.5 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 128 MB (3D stacked) |
| Power | 170 W TDP (PPT 230 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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