Intel Core i7-12700KF - Core i7 12th Gen Alder Lake 12-Core (8P+4E) 3.6 GHz LGA 1700 125W Desktop Processor - BX8071512700KF

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.

Learn more about the Core i7-12700KFModelBrandIntelProcessors TypeDesktopSeriesCore i7 12th GenNameCore i7-12700KFModelBX8071512700KFDetailsCPU Socket TypeLGA 1700Core NameAlder Lake# of Cores12-Core (8P+4E)# of Threads20Operating FrequencyP-core Base Frequency: 3.6 GHzE-core Base Frequency: 2.7 GHzMax Turbo FrequencyIntel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Frequency: Up to 5.0 GHzSingle P-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.9 GHzSingle E-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 3.8 GHzL2 Cache12MBL3 Cache25MBManufacturing TechIntel 764-Bit SupportYesHyper-Threading SupportYesMemory TypesDDR4 3200 / DDR5 4800Memory Channel2Max Memory Size128 GBMax Memory Bandwidth76.8 GB/sVirtualization Technology SupportYesPCI Express Revision5.0Max Number of PCI Express Lanes20Thermal Design PowerProcessor Base Power: 125WMaximum Turbo Power: 190WCooling DeviceCooling device not included - Processor OnlyWindows 11SupportedShippingEnjoy fast and reliable shipping. Order will be shipped within 24 hours or one business day after the payment is cleared, Order placed on the weekends/holidays will be shipped the following business day.PaymentsWith Managed Payments, we accept most major credit cards, debit cards, Apple pay, Google pay, Paypal, and other locally accepted forms of payment.ReturnReturns are subject to restocking fees of 15% - 30% of the purchase price and return shipping fees. For products that are eligible for return for replacement, the return shipping labels are free for returns for replacement of the same item within the applicable return policy period. Newegg does NOT charge for restocking fees or return shipping labels for returns of defective products, or if you received the wrong product, the product did not match what was shown on the Site, or we made some other shipping error, provided the item is r