Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-8551 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8551-PRIME · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index31,452 (Processors scale)
Category rank#42,593
Street price$209
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar150.49
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8551 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 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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