Altrix CX-2973 Edge 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2973-EDGE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 14,271 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #15,505 |
| Street price | $79 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 180.65 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-2973 Edge |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 6 cores / 12 threads |
| Base clock | 4.3 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.2 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (8 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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