Veltrix CX-7946 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX7946-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-26
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 24,059 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #45,888 |
| Street price | $149 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 161.47 |
| Released | 2023 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-7946 Core |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.0 GHz |
| L3 cache | 96 MB (3D stacked) |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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