Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8981 Edge 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8981-EDGE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index21,167 (Processors scale)
Category rank#16,746
Street price$119
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar177.87
Released2021

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8981 Edge
SocketAM4
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock4.3 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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