Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-8986 SE 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8986-SE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index36,298 (Processors scale)
Category rank#37,969
Street price$339
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar107.07
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8986 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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