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Veltrix CX-8970 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8970-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index47,183 (Processors scale)
Category rank#1,258
Street price$529
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar89.19
Released2022

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8970 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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