Altrix CX-6879 Ultra 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX6879-ULTRA · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-22
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 26,685 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #29,596 |
| Street price | $169 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 157.90 |
| Released | 2020 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-6879 Ultra |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 4.3 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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