Hardware Spec Index

Veltrix CX-2978 Plus 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX2978-PLUS · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index52,336 (Processors scale)
Category rank#40,237
Street price$709
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar73.82
Released2024

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-2978 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
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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