Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-8957 Core 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8957-CORE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index14,383 (Processors scale)
Category rank#24,024
Street price$69
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar208.45
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8957 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, 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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