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Veltrix CX-5498 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5498-XT · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index39,053 (Processors scale)
Category rank#32,213
Street price$399
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar97.88
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-5498 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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