Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-5897 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5897-ULTRA · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index31,022 (Processors scale)
Category rank#23,052
Street price$269
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar115.32
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5897 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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