Veltrix CX-8601 Max 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX8601-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-22
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 47,133 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #46,461 |
| Street price | $559 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 84.32 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-8601 Max |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 4.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5200, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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