Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8978 XT 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8978-XT · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index43,387 (Processors scale)
Category rank#43,828
Street price$469
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar92.51
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8978 XT
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads14 cores (6P + 8E) / 14 threads
Base clock2.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 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 graphicsIntegrated graphics (4 cores)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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