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Intel Core i9 12900K Processor

BX8071512900K | Intel

This product has been discontinued

Intel Core i9 12900K 3.2GHz (5.2GHz max clock speed), 16 Cores (8 Performance-cores, 8 Efficient-cores), 24 Thread (16 on Performance-cores, 8 on Efficient-cores) CPU, Socket LGA 1700, 30MB SmartCache, 125 W processor base power, BX8071512900K. Retail box does not include fan, heatsink or thermal paste.

You can find a list of LGA 1700 compatible CPU coolers here.



Features



Performance that puts gaming first

Compete with confidence or get immersed in new worlds with a revolutionary processor architecture that focuses on what matters most – gaming.


Unlocked and overclockable


Divide and conquer

Intel’s new performance hybrid architecture integrates two core families into a single CPU, keeping everything in your gaming universe running smoothly.

Intel Thread Director
Prioritizes and manages workloads, sending tasks to the best core for the job.

8 Performance-cores
P-cores are built for performance across single and lightly-threaded workloads, enhancing activities like gaming and productivity.

8 Efficient-cores
E-cores are optimized for multi-threaded performance, minimizing interruptions from secondary tasks.


Performance beyond the cores

The new processor architecture is also compatible with the latest platform innovations, giving you performance improvements throughout your PC.

Ready for what's next
Support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 for high-performance components like memory and graphics.

Best-in-class connectivity
Thunderbolt™ 4 and Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6/6E (Gig+) deliver fast transfer speeds and connections to peripherals.

Streamlined overclocking
Separate overclocking controls for both types of cores gives you nuanced personalization.

Specifications


Number of Cores 16 (8 Performance-cores/8 Efficient-cores)
Number of Threads 24 (16 on Performance-cores/8 on Efficient-cores)
Processor Base Frequency 3.2 GHz
Max Clock Speed 5.2 GHz
Single P-core Max/Base Clock Speed 5.2/3.2 GHz
Single E-core Max/Base Clock speed 3.9/2.4 GHz
Cache 30MB
Processor Base Power 125W
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Mother Compatibility 600 Series
600 series compatibility available on select motherboards only. Not all features present on all motherboards. Check with your motherboard manufacturer.
Total CPU PCIe Lanes 20
Memory Speed Support DDR5
DDR4
Backed by a 3 year Intel warranty.

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