Altrix CX-7958 Edge 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX7958-EDGE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 21,425 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #27,941 |
| Street price | $99 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 216.41 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-7958 Edge |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 6 cores / 12 threads |
| Base clock | 4.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.9 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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