Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8042 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8042-PRIME · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index34,474 (Processors scale)
Category rank#4,237
Street price$269
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar128.16
Released2019

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8042 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock4.5 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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