Intel Core i7-12700KF
Featuring revolutionary hybrid design, the 12th Gen Intel Core processor is a breakthrough in x86 architecture. The hybrid architecture incorporates two kinds of cores — for the first time in a desktop processor — Performance-cores (P-cores) and Efficient-cores (E-cores), delivering performance or efficiency when you need it. Other features include PCIe 5.0 readiness, DDR5 support, and Intel 7 process technology for higher core density.
The Intel Core i7-12700KF has 8 P-cores, 4 E-cores, and 20 total threads, delivering a new level of performance for gaming, creation and productivity.
* No thermal solution included.
* No integrated graphics. A discrete graphics card is required to complete your system.
Revolutionary performance and multitasking.
- With the highest clock speeds and a groundbreaking new architecture, you’ll be able to push your gameplay to new heights while secondary apps run seamlessly in the background.
- Up to 5.0 GHz Max Clock Speed (1)
- 12 Cores (8 Performance-cores, 4 Efficient-cores)
- 20 Threads (16 on Performance-cores, 4 on Efficient-cores)
- Unlocked and overclockable (2)
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. (3)
- P-cores are built for performance across single- and lightly-threaded workloads, enhancing activities like gaming and productivity.
- 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.
- Support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 for high-performance components like memory and graphics.
- Thunderbolt 4 and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6/6E (Gig+) deliver fast transfer speeds and connections to peripherals.
- Separate overclocking controls for both types of cores gives you nuanced personalization.
1. On performance cores. Performance varies by use, configuration and other factors.
2. Unlocked features are present with select chipsets and processor combinations. Altering clock frequency or voltage may void any product warranties and reduce stability, and life of the processor and other components.
3.Intel Thread Director is designed into 12th Gen Intel Core processors and helps supporting operating system intelligently channel workloads to the right core. No user action required.
Overall Review: I have this in a system with the Asrock steel legend z690 and a 3060ti. It is running far cry 6 at over 90 fps on all ultra settings 1440p. This is working perfectly so far on windows 11. (because Microsoft is in bed with intel, but whatever) As of right now, two days into usage and gaming, i have no complaints. edit: one week in, still no issues, seems to run everything as normal, getting high fps in games and zero stuttering or lagging issues whatsoever. Great cpu so far. edit: a few weeks in, thought i would mention. I have this strapped to a noctua NH-D15, one of the largest air coolers out there and competes with water coolers. This CPU will reach mid to sometimes high 60's while playing games. Cinebench got this CPU to around 80-84 ish degrees but did not thermal throttle under stock settings. I feel bad not overclocking this as it is a K series, but it is already so powerful. It scored 21000 tho lol. so, i would recommend a LARGE COOLER with GOOD AIRFLOW IN THE CASE. This is a hot one. ALSO it will consume far over the 150 watts. Power draw with Cinebench had it at around 205 watts.