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Altrix CX-5179 Core 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5179-CORE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index59,600 (Processors scale)
Category rank#14,343
Street price$899
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar66.30
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5179 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.7 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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