Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-4278 Ultra 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX4278-ULTRA · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index26,280 (Processors scale)
Category rank#23,293
Street price$209
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar125.74
Released2021

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-4278 Ultra
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.8 GHz
Max boost clock4.4 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power65 W TDP (PPT 88 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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