Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8956 Max 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8956-MAX · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index37,231 (Processors scale)
Category rank#23,879
Street price$349
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar106.68
Released2021

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8956 Max
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock4.6 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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