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Veltrix CX-8490 Prime 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8490-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index59,600 (Processors scale)
Category rank#18,327
Street price$809
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar73.67
Released2022

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8490 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock5.7 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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