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Veltrix CX-7973 SE 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX7973-SE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index56,998 (Processors scale)
Category rank#8,438
Street price$849
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar67.14
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-7973 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock5.7 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
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
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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