Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8542 Max 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8542-MAX · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index52,974 (Processors scale)
Category rank#23,442
Street price$699
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar75.79
Released2023

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8542 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock4.2 GHz
Max boost clock5.6 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
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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