Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8042 SE 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8042-SE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index15,315 (Processors scale)
Category rank#7,316
Street price$89
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar172.08
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8042 SE
SocketAM4
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock4.2 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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