Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-4542 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX4542-ULTRA · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index49,756 (Processors scale)
Category rank#25,933
Street price$609
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar81.70
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-4542 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
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
Cooler includedNo

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