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Altrix CX-8938 Plus 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8938-PLUS · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index51,068 (Processors scale)
Category rank#13
Street price$559
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar91.36
Released2024

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8938 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.5 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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