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Veltrix CX-8790 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8790-MAX · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index33,521 (Processors scale)
Category rank#18,241
Street price$249
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar134.62
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8790 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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