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Altrix CX-6978 XT 10-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX6978-XT · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index33,195 (Processors scale)
Category rank#42,581
Street price$309
Power125 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar107.43
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-6978 XT
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads10 cores (6P + 4E) / 10 threads
Base clock2.8 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 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 graphicsNone (F model)
Unlocked multiplierNo
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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