Veltrix CX-5042 Max 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5042-MAX · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-23
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 26,477 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #35,911 |
| Street price | $179 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 147.92 |
| Released | 2019 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-5042 Max |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
Related guides
CPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedAMD AM5 SocketIntel LGA1851 SocketIntel LGA1700 SocketNPUs and AI PCs
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veltrix CX-1771 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 30,652 | $239 | Compare |
| Nexora CX-1752 XT 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 31,502 | $279 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-9873 Prime 10-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 18,276 | $109 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-7178 Max 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 30,709 | $219 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-2781 Pro 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor | 53,874 | $699 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-1231 Ti 24-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 59,600 | $899 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-5042 Max 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/8026587 (accessed 2026-10-23).