Nexora CX-8998 Max 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8998-MAX · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 49,854 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #43,984 |
| Street price | $649 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 76.82 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Nexora |
|---|---|
| Model | Nexora CX-8998 Max |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 16 cores / 32 threads |
| Base clock | 4.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.7 GHz |
| L3 cache | 128 MB (3D stacked) |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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