Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-6978 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX6978-PRIME · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index28,661 (Processors scale)
Category rank#40,484
Street price$219
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar130.87
Released2021

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-6978 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock4.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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