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Altrix CX-6978 Plus 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX6978-PLUS · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index33,986 (Processors scale)
Category rank#24,717
Street price$349
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar97.38
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-6978 Plus
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads14 cores (6P + 8E) / 14 threads
Base clock2.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache24 MB
Power125 W base / 250 W max turbo
Memory supportDDR5-6400, dual channel (CUDIMM supported)
CPU PCIe lanes20× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0
Integrated graphicsNone (F model)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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