Nexora CX-8291 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8291-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-23
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 31,200 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #23,312 |
| Street price | $279 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 111.83 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Nexora |
|---|---|
| Model | Nexora CX-8291 Max |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.1 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 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 | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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