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Altrix CX-8980 Max 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8980-MAX · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index18,425 (Processors scale)
Category rank#49,579
Street price$99
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar186.11
Released2026

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8980 Max
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads14 cores (6P + 8E) / 14 threads
Base clock3.1 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache24 MB
Power65 W base / 159 W max turbo
Memory supportDDR5-6400, dual channel (CUDIMM supported)
CPU PCIe lanes20× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0
Integrated graphicsNone (F model)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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