Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-1042 Core 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1042-CORE · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index58,796 (Processors scale)
Category rank#21,349
Street price$869
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar67.66
Released2019

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1042 Core
SocketAM4
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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