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Nexora CX-7979 Core 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX7979-CORE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index19,960 (Processors scale)
Category rank#3,030
Street price$89
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar224.27
Released2022

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-7979 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock4.1 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache32 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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