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Altrix CX-8979 XT 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8979-XT · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index55,674 (Processors scale)
Category rank#13,765
Street price$749
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar74.33
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8979 XT
SocketAM4
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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