Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8523 Core 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8523-CORE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index31,041 (Processors scale)
Category rank#17,667
Street price$239
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar129.88
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8523 Core
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz
L3 cache128 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
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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