Veltrix CX-5518 Max 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5518-MAX · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 28,100 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #17,810 |
| Street price | $209 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 134.45 |
| Released | 2025 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-5518 Max |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 6 cores / 12 threads |
| Base clock | 4.4 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.1 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| NPU | 16 TOPS |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
Related guides
AMD AM5 SocketCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedDDR5 Memory ExplainedPCIe 5.0 ExplainedAMD AM5 Chipsets Compared
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexora CX-7987 Edge 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor | 35,983 | $379 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-6722 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 28,472 | $179 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-3265 Max 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 37,296 | $349 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-5185 Ultra 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 53,423 | $639 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-8302 Core 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 32,079 | $299 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-8515 Ti 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 42,173 | $439 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-5518 Max 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/432260 (accessed 2026-10-23).