Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8949 Ultra 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8949-ULTRA · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index42,814 (Processors scale)
Category rank#24,056
Street price$439
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar97.53
Released2022

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8949 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.3 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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