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Veltrix CX-8517 XT 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8517-XT · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index23,270 (Processors scale)
Category rank#41,870
Street price$129
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar180.39
Released2023

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-8517 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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