Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-2981 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX2981-CORE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index13,783 (Processors scale)
Category rank#10,077
Street price$79
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar174.47
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-2981 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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