Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-1218 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1218-PRIME · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index25,624 (Processors scale)
Category rank#3,997
Street price$169
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar151.62
Released2023

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1218 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 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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