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Altrix CX-2966 Max 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX2966-MAX · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index13,977 (Processors scale)
Category rank#5,201
Street price$69
Power105 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar202.57
Released2020

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-2966 Max
SocketAM4
Cores / threads8 cores / 16 threads
Base clock3.4 GHz
Max boost clock4.2 GHz
L3 cache32 MB
Power105 W TDP (PPT 142 W)
Memory supportDDR4-3200, dual channel
CPU PCIe lanes24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable)
Integrated graphicsNone (discrete GPU required)
Unlocked multiplierYes
Cooler includedNo

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