Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-5496 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5496-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index32,311 (Processors scale)
Category rank#48,480
Street price$279
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar115.81
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-5496 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, 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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