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Altrix CX-8946 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8946-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index25,399 (Processors scale)
Category rank#2,372
Street price$169
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar150.29
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8946 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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