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Veltrix CX-2959 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX2959-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index46,547 (Processors scale)
Category rank#11,448
Street price$459
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar101.41
Released2022

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-2959 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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