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Altrix CX-5442 Core 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5442-CORE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index17,501 (Processors scale)
Category rank#12,071
Street price$99
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar176.78
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5442 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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