Altrix CX-2981 Core 20-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2981-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-23
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 28,055 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #47,062 |
| Street price | $189 |
| Power | 125 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 148.44 |
| Released | 2023 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-2981 Core |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Cores / threads | 20 cores (8P + 12E) / 28 threads |
| Base clock | 3.3 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.9 GHz |
| L3 cache | 36 MB |
| Power | 125 W base / 253 W max turbo |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 16× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0 |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (32 EU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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