Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-8542 Plus 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8542-PLUS · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index13,269 (Processors scale)
Category rank#38,424
Street price$69
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar192.30
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8542 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 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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