Veltrix CX-3686 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX3686-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-26
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 17,547 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #1,093 |
| Street price | $99 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 177.24 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-3686 Prime |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 4.0 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.3 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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