Veltrix CX-6981 Edge 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX6981-EDGE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-18
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 19,933 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #16,627 |
| Street price | $109 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 182.87 |
| Released | 2023 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-6981 Edge |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 6 cores / 12 threads |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.8 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
Related guides
AMD AM5 SocketCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedDDR5 Memory ExplainedPCIe 5.0 ExplainedAMD AM5 Chipsets Compared
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexora CX-8452 Max 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 55,643 | $749 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-9271 Max 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 45,677 | $609 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-3413 SE 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 38,617 | $319 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-4296 Edge 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 29,617 | $259 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-1639 XT 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 45,054 | $509 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-4126 SE 10-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 17,183 | $89 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-6981 Edge 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/78281009 (accessed 2026-10-18).