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Veltrix CX-9438 Core 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX9438-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index41,963 (Processors scale)
Category rank#21,945
Street price$519
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar80.85
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-9438 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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