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Intel Core i5-12490F desktop processor in LGA 1700 package

Intel

Intel Core i5-12490F Game Special Edition without cooler desktop processor

SKU CH-9KAY-97BDV

Six-core desktop CPU with 12 threads, 20 MB L3 cache, up to 4.6 GHz turbo and 65 W base power for LGA 1700 sockets

  • CPU cores6-Core
  • CPU socketLGA 1700
  • Processor classDesktop
  • CPU threads12-Threads
  • Level 2 cache7.5 MB
  • Level 3 cache20 MB
  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle multi-tasking workloads smoothly
  • 6 GHz maximum turbo frequency lifts single-thread speed in games
  • 20 MB L3 cache plus 7.5 MB L2 cache reduce memory latency
  • 65 W base power keeps thermal demands manageable
  • LGA 1700 socket fits current Intel desktop platforms

6-Core LGA 1700 Gaming CPU

The Intel Core i5-12490F is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on the Alder Lake architecture for gaming-focused builds. It reaches a maximum turbo frequency of 4.6 GHz and carries 20 MB of L3 cache alongside 7.5 MB of L2 cache. The chip has no integrated graphics and ships without a cooler.

LGA 1700 Socket Installation

Installation follows the standard LGA 1700 procedure: open the socket lever, align the processor notches, lower the CPU gently, and secure the retention mechanism. Because no cooler is included, you must supply a compatible LGA 1700 cooler and apply thermal paste yourself. The most common issue is forgetting to order a cooler separately.

65 W Base Power Envelope

The processor carries a 65 W base power rating and a maximum turbo power of 117 W, which determines the cooling capacity and motherboard power-phase requirements. Verify that your motherboard BIOS supports this model and that your cooler is rated for at least the maximum turbo power figure.

How it compares

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Price $118.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 6-Core
Lower than about 80% of the 271 comparable items (median 8).

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Specifications

Processor
CPU cores6-Core
CPU socketLGA 1700
Processor classDesktop
CPU threads12-Threads
Level 2 cache7.5 MB
Level 3 cache20 MB

Questions about this item

How do I verify the i5-12490F is running correctly after installation?

Enter the system BIOS or a hardware monitoring utility and confirm the processor reports 6 cores, 12 threads, 20 MB L3 cache and a 65 W base power rating. Under load the frequency should reach 4.6 GHz while the package power stays within the 117 W turbo limit.

What comes in the box and what must I source separately?

The package contains only the LGA 1700 processor; a compatible CPU cooler, thermal compound and a motherboard with an LGA 1700 socket must be purchased separately.

Which capacity or version of the 12490F should I choose?

This model is a single SKU with 6 cores, 12 threads, 20 MB L3 cache and a 4.6 GHz maximum turbo frequency; there are no alternate capacities or versions to select from.

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