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Veltrix CX-5979 Core 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5979-CORE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index34,556 (Processors scale)
Category rank#42,372
Street price$299
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar115.57
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-5979 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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