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Veltrix CX-8498 SE 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8498-SE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index44,569 (Processors scale)
Category rank#11,701
Street price$499
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar89.32
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8498 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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