Nexora CX-7972 Edge 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Nexora · SKU CX7972-EDGE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-20
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 37,489 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #20,915 |
| Street price | $309 |
| Power | 120 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 121.32 |
| Released | 2025 |
Specifications
| Brand | Nexora |
|---|---|
| Model | Nexora CX-7972 Edge |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 4.3 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.2 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 120 W TDP (PPT 162 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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