Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-2042 Edge 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2042-EDGE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index13,211 (Processors scale)
Category rank#28,054
Street price$79
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar167.23
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2042 Edge
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock4.2 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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