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Altrix CX-6981 Ultra 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX6981-ULTRA · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index37,171 (Processors scale)
Category rank#23,438
Street price$339
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar109.65
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-6981 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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