Nexora CX-8242 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8242-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-23
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 46,481 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #29,223 |
| Street price | $599 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 77.60 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Nexora |
|---|---|
| Model | Nexora CX-8242 Prime |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.7 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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