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Veltrix CX-1966 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX1966-XT · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index28,065 (Processors scale)
Category rank#39,207
Street price$189
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar148.49
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-1966 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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