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Altrix CX-8642 Plus 8-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8642-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index28,116 (Processors scale)
Category rank#5,714
Street price$209
Power120 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar134.53
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-8642 Plus
SocketAM5
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock4.0 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 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
Cooler includedNo

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