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Altrix CX-8438 Plus 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8438-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index12,957 (Processors scale)
Category rank#10,757
Street price$79
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar164.01
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8438 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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