Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-6981 XT 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX6981-XT · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index48,593 (Processors scale)
Category rank#32,211
Street price$579
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar83.93
Released2022

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-6981 XT
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache64 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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