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Altrix CX-8959 Edge 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8959-EDGE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index24,304 (Processors scale)
Category rank#20,109
Street price$159
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar152.86
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8959 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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