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Altrix CX-2688 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2688-PRIME · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index24,923 (Processors scale)
Category rank#22,660
Street price$179
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar139.23
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2688 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
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
Cooler includedNo

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