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Altrix CX-5179 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5179-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index23,743 (Processors scale)
Category rank#17,733
Street price$159
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar149.33
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5179 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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