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Altrix CX-1996 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1996-PLUS · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index28,280 (Processors scale)
Category rank#33,871
Street price$199
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar142.11
Released2022

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1996 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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