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Altrix CX-7981 SE 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX7981-SE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index28,279 (Processors scale)
Category rank#7,159
Street price$199
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar142.11
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-7981 SE
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.0 GHz
L3 cache96 MB (3D stacked)
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
Cooler includedNo

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