Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-8172 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8172-PLUS · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index25,347 (Processors scale)
Category rank#1,678
Street price$129
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar196.49
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8172 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.9 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
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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