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Altrix CX-5679 Plus 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5679-PLUS · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index36,320 (Processors scale)
Category rank#48,283
Street price$299
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar121.47
Released2021

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5679 Plus
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock4.5 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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