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Altrix CX-6872 Ultra 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX6872-ULTRA · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index30,364 (Processors scale)
Category rank#21,529
Street price$249
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar121.94
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-6872 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
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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