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Veltrix CX-8959 SE 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8959-SE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index15,190 (Processors scale)
Category rank#26,575
Street price$79
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar192.28
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8959 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock4.7 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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