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Altrix CX-5979 Prime 12-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5979-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index55,900 (Processors scale)
Category rank#11,152
Street price$719
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar77.75
Released2022

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-5979 Prime
SocketAM4
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock3.6 GHz
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
L3 cache64 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsIntegrated graphics (8 CU)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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