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Altrix CX-1979 Edge 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1979-EDGE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index27,667 (Processors scale)
Category rank#5,930
Street price$169
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar163.71
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1979 Edge
SocketLGA1700
Cores / threads20 cores (8P + 12E) / 28 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache36 MB
Power125 W base / 253 W max turbo
Memory supportDDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes16× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (32 EU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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