Altrix CX-8849 XT 12-Core AM5 Desktop Processor
Processors · Altrix · SKU CX8849-XT · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-24
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 54,217 (Processors scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #26,470 |
| Street price | $879 |
| Power | 120 W (TDP) |
| Performance per dollar | 61.68 |
| Released | 2025 |
Specifications
| Brand | Altrix |
|---|---|
| Model | Altrix CX-8849 XT |
| Socket | AM5 |
| Cores / threads | 12 cores / 24 threads |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 5.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 64 MB |
| Power | 120 W TDP (PPT 162 W) |
| Memory support | DDR5-5600, dual channel (EXPO) |
| CPU PCIe lanes | 28× PCIe 5.0 (24 usable) |
| Integrated graphics | Integrated graphics (2 CU) |
| Unlocked multiplier | Yes |
| Cooler included | No |
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