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Veltrix CX-8178 SE 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8178-SE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index28,241 (Processors scale)
Category rank#37,602
Street price$179
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar157.77
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8178 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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