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Veltrix CX-9172 Prime 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Veltrix · SKU CX9172-PRIME · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index40,613 (Processors scale)
Category rank#33,049
Street price$509
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar79.79
Released2025

Specifications

BrandVeltrix
ModelVeltrix CX-9172 Prime
SocketAM5
Cores / threads12 cores / 24 threads
Base clock4.4 GHz
Max boost clock5.3 GHz
L3 cache128 MB (3D stacked)
Power170 W TDP (PPT 230 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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