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Altrix CX-5979 Edge 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5979-EDGE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index41,553 (Processors scale)
Category rank#5,940
Street price$499
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar83.27
Released2022

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5979 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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