Intel Core i5-12600K CPU - 10-core LGA1700 3.7GHz Processor BX8071512600K
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Intel Core i5-12600K CPU - 10-core LGA1700 3.7GHz Processor BX8071512600K
The Intel® BX8071512600K Core™ i5-12600K Desktop Processor delivers exceptional performance for gaming, content creation and professional computing. Built on Intel's 12th Generation Alder Lake hybrid architecture, it combines six Performance-cores and four Efficient-cores with Intel® Thread Director technology, providing outstanding multitasking capability, boost frequencies up to 4.90 GHz and support for the latest DDR5 memory and PCI Express 5.0 technologies.
Key Features
- 12th Generation Intel® Core™ i5 unlocked desktop processor.
- 10 cores (6 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores).
- 16 processing threads.
- Up to 4.90 GHz Intel® Turbo Boost Max frequency.
- 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache.
- Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics 770.
- Supports DDR5-4800 and DDR4-3200 memory.
- Unlocked for overclocking.
Hybrid Alder Lake Architecture
The Intel® Core™ i5-12600K combines high-performance Performance-cores with Efficient-cores to deliver outstanding responsiveness for gaming, streaming, multitasking and professional workloads.
Next-Generation Platform Support
Support for DDR5-4800 and DDR4-3200 memory, together with PCI Express 5.0 and PCI Express 4.0, provides flexibility for new system builds and future hardware upgrades.
Unlocked Performance
The unlocked processor multiplier allows enthusiasts to fine-tune system performance when paired with compatible Intel® 600 or 700 Series chipset motherboards that support overclocking.
Integrated Graphics
Intel® UHD Graphics 770 enables display output without requiring a dedicated graphics card, making the processor suitable for productivity systems and troubleshooting scenarios.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Intel |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BX8071512600K |
| Processor Family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel® Core™ i5-12600K |
| Generation | 12th Generation (Alder Lake) |
| Total Cores | 10 (6 Performance-Cores + 4 Efficient-Cores) |
| Total Threads | 16 |
| Performance-Core Base Frequency | 3.70 GHz |
| Performance-Core Max Turbo Frequency | Up to 4.90 GHz |
| Efficient-Core Base Frequency | 2.80 GHz |
| Efficient-Core Max Turbo Frequency | Up to 3.60 GHz |
| Cache | 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| Processor Socket | LGA1700 |
| Processor Base Power | 125 W |
| Maximum Turbo Power | 150 W |
| Memory Support | DDR5-4800 and DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 128 GB |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| PCI Express Support | PCI Express 5.0 and PCI Express 4.0 |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel® UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes |
| Thermal Solution Included | No |
| Package Contents | Intel® Core™ i5-12600K Processor and Documentation |
| Applications | Gaming PCs, Content Creation, Streaming, Software Development, Professional Workstations, Desktop Upgrades and High-Performance Computing |
The Intel® BX8071512600K Core™ i5-12600K combines Intel's hybrid Alder Lake architecture, unlocked overclocking capability, integrated Intel® UHD Graphics 770 and support for DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0, making it an outstanding choice for enthusiast gaming systems and high-performance desktop builds.
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