Altrix CX-1542 Edge 6-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1542-EDGE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-27
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 19,687 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #30,582 |
| Street price | $99 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 198.86 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-1542 Edge |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 6 cores / 12 threads |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.3 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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