Altrix CX-6979 SE 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX6979-SE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 18,312 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #40,411 |
| Street price | $109 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 168.00 |
| Released | 2023 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-6979 SE |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Cores / threads | 14 cores (6P + 8E) / 20 threads |
| Base clock | 3.3 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 25 MB |
| Power | 65 W base / 181 W max turbo |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 16× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0 |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (32 EU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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