Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-2949 Plus 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2949-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index50,492 (Processors scale)
Category rank#38,168
Street price$709
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar71.22
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2949 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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