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Veltrix CX-6986 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX6986-XT · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index34,937 (Processors scale)
Category rank#42,391
Street price$289
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar120.89
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-6986 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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