Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8980 XT 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8980-XT · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index22,013 (Processors scale)
Category rank#21,395
Street price$129
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar170.64
Released2019

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8980 XT
SocketAM4
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock4.3 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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