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Altrix CX-8989 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8989-ULTRA · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index36,235 (Processors scale)
Category rank#22,523
Street price$389
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar93.15
Released2022

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8989 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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