Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-3973 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX3973-PLUS · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index24,274 (Processors scale)
Category rank#29,806
Street price$149
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar162.91
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-3973 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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