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Altrix CX-2957 Ultra 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2957-ULTRA · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index18,103 (Processors scale)
Category rank#18,584
Street price$89
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar203.40
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2957 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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