Veltrix CX-8521 Prime 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8521-PRIME · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-20
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 14,095 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #41,081 |
| Street price | $79 |
| Power | 120 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 178.42 |
| Released | 2023 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-8521 Prime |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 6 cores / 12 threads |
| Base clock | 3.8 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.7 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 120 W TDP (PPT 162 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
Related guides
AMD AM5 SocketCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedDDR5 Memory ExplainedPCIe 5.0 ExplainedAMD AM5 Chipsets Compared
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexora CX-6322 Max 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 56,929 | $739 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-9756 Plus 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 25,514 | $169 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-8366 Edge 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 53,189 | $719 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-8726 XT 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 25,719 | $159 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-2852 Ultra 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 38,986 | $449 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-4515 XT 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 50,259 | $719 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-8521 Prime 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/54374832 (accessed 2026-10-20).