Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-3946 Prime 16-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX3946-PRIME · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index42,093 (Processors scale)
Category rank#22,341
Street price$489
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar86.08
Released2019

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-3946 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.7 GHz
Max boost clock4.6 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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