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Altrix CX-2898 Ultra 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2898-ULTRA · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index26,713 (Processors scale)
Category rank#47,180
Street price$229
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar116.65
Released2026

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2898 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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