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Altrix CX-4979 Plus 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX4979-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index53,741 (Processors scale)
Category rank#47,855
Street price$629
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar85.44
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-4979 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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