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Silver rectangular LGA 1700 desktop CPU with gold contact pads and green substrate

Intel

Intel Core i5-12600KF BX8071512600KF desktop processor

SKU CH-DN5F-M36GC MPN BX8071512600KF

10-core hybrid desktop processor with six performance and four efficient cores, 16 threads, up to 4.9 GHz turbo, 20 MB L3 cache, DDR4-3200 and DDR5-4800 support, 125 W base power, LGA 1700 socket

  • Product nameCore i5-12600KF
  • CPU cores10-Core (6P+4E)
  • CPU socketLGA 1700
  • Maximum turbo clockSingle P-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.9 GHz Single E-core T
  • TDP ratingProcessor Base Power: 125 W Maximum Turbo Power: 150 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • 10 cores and 16 threads handle heavy multitasking smoothly
  • Peak turbo up to 4.9 GHz speeds single-thread workloads
  • Supports DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 memory flexibility
  • 20 MB L3 cache reduces latency in games and apps
  • PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 lanes future-proof GPU and storage upgrades

Core i5-12600KF 10-Core Desktop Processor

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 10-core desktop processor built for users who need strong multi-threaded performance without integrated graphics. Six performance cores and four efficient cores deliver 16 threads for demanding workloads and gaming. It fits the LGA 1700 socket and requires a discrete graphics card.

DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 Dual-Channel Memory Limits

This processor supports DDR4 at 3200 MT/s and DDR5 at 4800 MT/s across two memory channels with a maximum capacity of 128 GB. The memory controller tops out at 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, so faster kits will run at these rated speeds. PCI Express 5.0 and 4.0 provide 20 lanes for graphics and storage.

125W Base Power and 150W Maximum Turbo Power

The processor base power is 125W and maximum turbo power reaches 150W, which determines the cooling solution you must provide. No cooler is included in the box. A motherboard with robust power delivery is required to sustain high frequencies under load.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $210.99
Pricier than about 63% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 10-Core (6P+4E)
Higher than about 55% of the 271 comparable items (median 8).
Maximum turbo clock Single P-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.9 GHz Single E-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 3.6 GHz
Higher than about 60% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product lineCore i5 12th Gen
Model nameBX8071512600KF
Product nameCore i5-12600KF
Performance
Working frequencyP-core Base Frequency: 3.7 GHz
E-core Base Frequency: 2.8 GHz
Processor
CPU cores10-Core (6P+4E)
CPU socketLGA 1700
Maximum turbo clockSingle P-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.9 GHz
Single E-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 3.6 GHz
TDP ratingProcessor Base Power: 125 W
Maximum Turbo Power: 150 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenameAlder Lake
CPU threads16-Threads
Level 2 cache9.5 MB
Level 3 cache20 MB
Process nodeIntel 7
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Hyper-ThreadingYes
Virtualization supportYes
Max PCIe lanes20
Memory
Supported memoryDDR4 3200 / DDR5 4800
Channel configuration2
Memory limit128 GB
Maximum memory bandwidth76.8 GB/s
Graphics
Built-in graphicsNone Integrated Graphics
Ports & slots
PCIe generation5.0 / 4.0 / 3.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size116 × 101 × 51 mm
Compatibility
Compatible systemsWindows 11
In the box
Included coolerNot included - Processor Only

Questions about this item

Should I pick the KF model or the standard K version for my build?

The KF model has no integrated graphics, so select it when a discrete GPU is already planned; the standard K version includes UHD graphics for systems without a separate card

What does the 4.9 GHz single-core turbo mean for everyday performance?

One performance core can reach 4.9 GHz under light loads, giving snappy response in single-threaded tasks while the other cores run at their base speeds

How does the PCIe 5.0 support translate to real bandwidth limits?

The processor provides up to 20 PCIe lanes with Gen 5.0 for the GPU and fast storage, while the chipset handles additional Gen 4.0 and 3.0 lanes for other devices

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