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Altrix CX-3178 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3178-XT · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index42,687 (Processors scale)
Category rank#39,951
Street price$439
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar97.24
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-3178 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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