Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8159 Edge 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8159-EDGE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index51,757 (Processors scale)
Category rank#47,768
Street price$789
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar65.60
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8159 Edge
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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