Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-2979 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX2979-PRIME · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index51,110 (Processors scale)
Category rank#49,879
Street price$629
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar81.26
Released2024

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-2979 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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