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Altrix CX-5961 Edge 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5961-EDGE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index27,263 (Processors scale)
Category rank#47,478
Street price$159
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar171.47
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5961 Edge
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock4.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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