Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-3979 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX3979-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index31,162 (Processors scale)
Category rank#32,919
Street price$269
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar115.84
Released2022

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-3979 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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