Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-2981 Plus 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX2981-PLUS · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index55,630 (Processors scale)
Category rank#33,188
Street price$869
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar64.02
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-2981 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock5.7 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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