Hardware Spec Index

Nexora CX-8996 Plus 14-Core LGA1851 Desktop Processor

Processors · Nexora · SKU CX8996-PLUS · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index15,400 (Processors scale)
Category rank#43,261
Street price$69
Power65 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar223.19
Released2026

Specifications

BrandNexora
ModelNexora CX-8996 Plus
SocketLGA1851
Cores / threads14 cores (6P + 8E) / 14 threads
Base clock2.6 GHz
Max boost clock4.6 GHz
L3 cache24 MB
Power65 W base / 159 W max turbo
Memory supportDDR5-6400, dual channel (CUDIMM supported)
CPU PCIe lanes20× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0
Integrated graphicsNone (F model)
Unlocked multiplierNo
NPU13 TOPS
Cooler includedYes (stock air cooler)

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