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Altrix CX-5556 Ultra 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5556-ULTRA · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index12,860 (Processors scale)
Category rank#16,865
Street price$69
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar186.38
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5556 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
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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