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Altrix CX-8879 Pro 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8879-PRO · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index24,395 (Processors scale)
Category rank#10,924
Street price$129
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar189.11
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8879 Pro
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock4.9 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power120 W TDP (PPT 162 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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