Veltrix CX-8042 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8042-MAX · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-20
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 43,062 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #18,967 |
| Street price | $469 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 91.82 |
| Released | 2025 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-8042 Max |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.3 GHz |
| L3 cache | 96 MB (3D stacked) |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 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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