Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-1279 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1279-ULTRA · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index35,011 (Processors scale)
Category rank#10,442
Street price$289
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar121.15
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1279 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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