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Altrix CX-5579 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5579-XT · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index18,120 (Processors scale)
Category rank#28,149
Street price$109
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar166.24
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5579 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
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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