Altrix CX-8517 Max 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8517-MAX · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-24
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 15,305 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #45,949 |
| Street price | $79 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 193.73 |
| Released | 2019 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-8517 Max |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.2 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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