Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-5540 SE 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5540-SE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index22,643 (Processors scale)
Category rank#35,455
Street price$129
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar175.53
Released2026

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5540 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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