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Veltrix CX-8517 Edge 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8517-EDGE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index34,111 (Processors scale)
Category rank#34,816
Street price$339
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar100.62
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8517 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 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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