Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-8998 Plus 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8998-PLUS · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index53,463 (Processors scale)
Category rank#3,573
Street price$669
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar79.91
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8998 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
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

Related guides

AMD AM5 SocketCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedDDR5 Memory ExplainedPCIe 5.0 ExplainedAMD AM5 Chipsets Compared

Similar Processors

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Nexora CX-1709 Plus 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor39,832$399Compare
Nexora CX-6798 Plus 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor35,955$329Compare
Nexora CX-3588 Max 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor59,577$879Compare
Altrix CX-4087 Plus 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor52,634$619Compare
Altrix CX-2047 Pro 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor51,272$729Compare
Nexora CX-4025 Ultra 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor31,562$259Compare

All Processors · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-8998 Plus 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/82325405 (accessed 2026-10-26).