Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8556 Prime 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8556-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index59,380 (Processors scale)
Category rank#16,430
Street price$799
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar74.32
Released2021

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8556 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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