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Veltrix CX-8986 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8986-CORE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index43,508 (Processors scale)
Category rank#13,783
Street price$589
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar73.87
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8986 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 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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