Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-2980 Ultra 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX2980-ULTRA · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index32,077 (Processors scale)
Category rank#48,052
Street price$259
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar123.85
Released2025

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-2980 Ultra
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 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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