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Veltrix CX-3686 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX3686-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index32,096 (Processors scale)
Category rank#8,694
Street price$239
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar134.29
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-3686 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, 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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