Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-5556 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5556-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index46,007 (Processors scale)
Category rank#22,435
Street price$599
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar76.81
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5556 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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