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Veltrix CX-5242 Pro 6-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX5242-PRO · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index27,331 (Processors scale)
Category rank#45,883
Street price$209
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar130.77
Released2024

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-5242 Pro
SocketAM5
Cores / threads6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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