Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-9856 Ultra 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX9856-ULTRA · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index40,259 (Processors scale)
Category rank#15,370
Street price$389
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar103.49
Released2022

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-9856 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 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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