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Altrix CX-2979 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2979-PLUS · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index39,120 (Processors scale)
Category rank#28,172
Street price$379
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar103.22
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2979 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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