Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-4978 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX4978-PLUS · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index49,105 (Processors scale)
Category rank#46,296
Street price$609
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar80.63
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-4978 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 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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