Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-8949 SE 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8949-SE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index22,348 (Processors scale)
Category rank#31,702
Street price$109
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar205.03
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8949 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 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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