Altrix CX-9838 Prime 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX9838-PRIME · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-19
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 30,712 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #34,971 |
| Street price | $249 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 123.34 |
| Released | 2020 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-9838 Prime |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 6 cores / 12 threads |
| Base clock | 4.0 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.5 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 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 | Yes (stock air cooler) |
Related guides
CPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedAMD AM5 SocketIntel LGA1851 SocketIntel LGA1700 SocketNPUs and AI PCs
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexora CX-9461 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 38,343 | $319 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-1787 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 37,380 | $389 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-3395 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 20,083 | $119 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-3612 Edge 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 37,944 | $369 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-7740 XT 24-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor | 53,582 | $719 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-6699 Max 10-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 29,890 | $259 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Altrix CX-9838 Prime 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/600150 (accessed 2026-10-19).