Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-8679 Plus 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8679-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index56,222 (Processors scale)
Category rank#18,604
Street price$779
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar72.17
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8679 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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