Altrix CX-9987 Edge 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX9987-EDGE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-19
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 50,994 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #48,753 |
| Street price | $589 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 86.58 |
| Released | 2024 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-9987 Edge |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.5 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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