Veltrix CX-6981 Core 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX6981-CORE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-18
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 55,955 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #4,365 |
| Street price | $709 |
| Power | 170 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 78.92 |
| Released | 2024 |
Specifications
| Brand | Veltrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Veltrix CX-6981 Core |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 16 cores / 32 threads |
| Base clock | 4.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 64 MB |
| Power | 170 W TDP (PPT 230 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Veltrix CX-6981 Core 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor”, https://vextor7.com/item/9655804 (accessed 2026-10-18).