Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-6981 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX6981-CORE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index16,044 (Processors scale)
Category rank#15,688
Street price$79
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar203.09
Released2022

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-6981 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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