Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-6998 Prime 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX6998-PRIME · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index47,593 (Processors scale)
Category rank#28,863
Street price$559
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar85.14
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-6998 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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