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Veltrix CX-8961 Pro 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8961-PRO · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index14,154 (Processors scale)
Category rank#28,039
Street price$79
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar179.16
Released2020

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8961 Pro
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock4.2 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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