Veltrix CX-7956 Edge 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX7956-EDGE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 17,468 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #10,267 |
| Street price | $99 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 176.44 |
| Released | 2024 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-7956 Edge |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 6 cores / 12 threads |
| Base clock | 4.3 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.8 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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