Nexora CX-8978 Prime 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor
Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8978-PRIME · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-24
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 28,099 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #20,431 |
| Street price | $199 |
| Power | 125 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 141.20 |
| Released | 2024 |
Specifications
| Brand | Nexora |
|---|---|
| Model | Nexora CX-8978 Prime |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Cores / threads | 14 cores (6P + 8E) / 20 threads |
| Base clock | 3.1 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.0 GHz |
| L3 cache | 25 MB |
| Power | 125 W base / 253 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 | No |
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