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Veltrix CX-7989 Prime 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX7989-PRIME · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index41,433 (Processors scale)
Category rank#42,740
Street price$419
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar98.89
Released2026

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-7989 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO)
CPU PCIe lanes28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (2 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
NPU16 TOPS
Cooler includedNo

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