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Veltrix CX-8961 XT 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8961-XT · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index13,286 (Processors scale)
Category rank#29,985
Street price$79
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar168.18
Released2019

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8961 XT
SocketAM4
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock4.2 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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