Altrix CX-4979 Pro 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX4979-PRO · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 38,473 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #2,305 |
| Street price | $459 |
| Power | 125 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 83.82 |
| Released | 2023 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-4979 Pro |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Cores / threads | 20 cores (8P + 12E) / 28 threads |
| Base clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.3 GHz |
| L3 cache | 36 MB |
| Power | 125 W base / 253 W max turbo |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 16× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0 |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (32 EU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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