Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-1659 Prime 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1659-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index19,780 (Processors scale)
Category rank#817
Street price$109
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar181.47
Released2021

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1659 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock4.3 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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