Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-6988 Core 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX6988-CORE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index39,223 (Processors scale)
Category rank#8,287
Street price$379
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar103.49
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-6988 Core
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock4.6 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

Related guides

CPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedAMD AM5 SocketIntel LGA1851 SocketIntel LGA1700 SocketNPUs and AI PCs

Similar Processors

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Veltrix CX-3626 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor55,525$819Compare
Veltrix CX-9192 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor16,173$89Compare
Veltrix CX-3603 Prime 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor58,332$899Compare
Veltrix CX-2828 Edge 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor41,006$529Compare
Altrix CX-2502 SE 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor59,600$879Compare
Veltrix CX-1268 Pro 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor38,157$359Compare

All Processors · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Altrix CX-6988 Core 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/4491728 (accessed 2026-10-20).