Altrix CX-2973 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2973-MAX · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 21,707 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #33,672 |
| Street price | $129 |
| Power | 105 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 168.27 |
| Released | 2023 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-2973 Max |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.9 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 105 W TDP (PPT 142 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 | No |
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-2941 Max 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 56,411 | $799 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-3223 Plus 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 55,144 | $899 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-4059 Edge 20-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor | 53,589 | $799 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-2040 Core 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 19,114 | $109 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-1441 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 14,173 | $89 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-2882 Max 24-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor | 52,233 | $639 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Altrix CX-2973 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/8022912 (accessed 2026-10-21).