Altrix CX-7978 Core 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX7978-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-19
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 43,280 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #30,324 |
| Street price | $499 |
| Power | 125 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 86.73 |
| Released | 2023 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-7978 Core |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Cores / threads | 14 cores (6P + 8E) / 20 threads |
| Base clock | 3.0 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 25 MB |
| Power | 125 W base / 253 W max turbo |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 16× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0 |
| Integrated graphics | None (F model) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
Related guides
Intel LGA1700 SocketCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedDDR5 Memory ExplainedPCIe 5.0 ExplainedAMD AM5 Socket
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veltrix CX-1487 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 37,207 | $389 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-4243 Edge 24-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 47,791 | $609 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-2051 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 27,016 | $189 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-4286 Edge 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 55,735 | $699 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-6035 Prime 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 37,649 | $359 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-5065 Ti 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 32,168 | $229 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Altrix CX-7978 Core 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/3973149 (accessed 2026-10-19).