Hardware Spec Index

Altrix CX-1609 Max 16-Core AM5 Desktop Processor

Processors · Altrix · SKU CX1609-MAX · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index44,351 (Processors scale)
Category rank#36,730
Street price$509
Power170 W (TDP)
Performance per dollar87.13
Released2025

Specifications

BrandAltrix
ModelAltrix CX-1609 Max
SocketAM5
Cores / threads16 cores / 32 threads
Base clock3.5 GHz
Max boost clock5.4 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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