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Veltrix CX-5996 Edge 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5996-EDGE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index57,442 (Processors scale)
Category rank#2,475
Street price$759
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar75.68
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-5996 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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