Altrix CX-5522 Prime 8-Core AM4 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX5522-PRIME · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-22
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 45,654 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #13,472 |
| Street price | $529 |
| Power | 65 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 86.30 |
| Released | 2020 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-5522 Prime |
| Socket | AM4 |
| Cores / threads | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4.7 GHz |
| L3 cache | 32 MB |
| Power | 65 W TDP (PPT 88 W) |
| Memory support | DDR4-3200, dual channel |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 24× PCIe 4.0 (20 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | Yes (stock air cooler) |
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