Veltrix CX-5242 Core 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5242-CORE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-25
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 59,600 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #7,448 |
| Street price | $839 |
| Power | 170 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 71.04 |
| Released | 2024 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-5242 Core |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 16 cores / 32 threads |
| Base clock | 4.3 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.7 GHz |
| L3 cache | 64 MB |
| Power | 170 W TDP (PPT 230 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
Related guides
AMD AM5 SocketCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedPCIe Lanes ExplainedDDR5 Memory ExplainedPCIe 5.0 ExplainedAMD AM5 Chipsets Compared
Similar Processors
| Model | Benchmark | Price | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altrix CX-8328 Pro 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 53,437 | $889 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-1927 Core 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor | 46,000 | $579 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-3398 Plus 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 46,471 | $529 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-8333 Ti 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 59,600 | $899 | Compare |
| Veltrix CX-8498 Ti 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 56,177 | $779 | Compare |
| Altrix CX-9382 SE 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor | 24,405 | $159 | Compare |
Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-5242 Core 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/91055075 (accessed 2026-10-25).