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Veltrix CX-1996 Prime 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX1996-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index57,188 (Processors scale)
Category rank#34,722
Street price$749
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar76.35
Released2022

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-1996 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
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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