Altrix CX-6981 Edge 14-Core LGA1700 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX6981-EDGE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-22
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 46,503 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #18,196 |
| Street price | $549 |
| Power | 125 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 84.70 |
| Released | 2021 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-6981 Edge |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Cores / threads | 14 cores (6P + 8E) / 20 threads |
| Base clock | 2.5 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.5 GHz |
| L3 cache | 25 MB |
| Power | 125 W base / 253 W max turbo |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600 or DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 16× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0 |
| Integrated graphics | None (F model) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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