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Veltrix CX-8988 Core 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8988-CORE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index26,952 (Processors scale)
Category rank#15,973
Street price$219
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar123.07
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8988 Core
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads14 cores (6P + 8E) / 14 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache24 MB
Power125 W base / 250 W max turbo
Memory supportDDR5-6400, dual channel (CUDIMM supported)
CPU PCIe lanes20× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (4 cores)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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