The Intel Core i7-12700K is a high-performance 12th Generation desktop processor based on Intel’s hybrid architecture (Alder Lake). It features 12 cores (8 Performance-cores + 4 Efficient-cores) and 20 threads, delivering excellent performance for gaming, content creation, streaming, and multitasking.
With a maximum turbo frequency of up to 5.0 GHz, 25 MB Intel Smart Cache, and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, the i7-12700K offers outstanding flexibility for modern PC builds. The processor uses the LGA 1700 socket and supports PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0, enabling next-generation GPUs and high-speed NVMe SSDs. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 allows basic display output without a discrete graphics card.
Technical Specifications:
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Architecture: Alder Lake (12th Gen)
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Socket: LGA 1700
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Cores / Threads: 12 (8P + 4E) / 20
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Base Frequency (P-core): 3.6 GHz
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Max Turbo Frequency: up to 5.0 GHz
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Cache: 25 MB Intel Smart Cache
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Integrated Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 770
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Memory Support: DDR4-3200 / DDR5-4800
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Max Memory Capacity: 128 GB
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PCI Express: PCIe 5.0 & 4.0
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Processor Base Power (PBP): 125 W
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Max Turbo Power (MTP): ~190 W
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Unlocked Multiplier: Yes (K-series)
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Cooling Solution: Not included
Processor family:
Intel® Core™ i7
Processor socket:
LGA 1700
Processor manufacturer:
Intel
Processor model:
i7-12700K
Processor operating modes:
64-bit
Processor generation:
12th gen Intel® Core™ i7
Processor boost frequency:
5 GHz
Performance-core boost frequency:
4.9 GHz
Performance-core base frequency:
3.6 GHz
Efficient-core boost frequency:
3.8 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency:
2.7 GHz
Processor cache type:
Smart Cache
Processor base power:
125 W
Maximum turbo power:
190 W
Maximum number of DMI lanes:
8
Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max):
76.8 GB/s
Processor codename:
Alder Lake
Memory channels:
Dual-channel
Maximum internal memory supported by processor:
128 GB
Memory types supported by processor:
DDR4-SDRAM, DDR5-SDRAM
Memory bandwidth (max):
76.8 GB/s
On-board graphics card:
Yes
Discrete graphics card:
No
On-board graphics card model:
Intel UHD Graphics 770
Discrete graphics card model:
Not available
On-board graphics card base frequency:
300 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max):
1500 MHz
Number of displays supported (on-board graphics):
4
On-board graphics card DirectX version:
12.0
On-board graphics card OpenGL version:
4.5
On-board graphics card maximum resolution (DisplayPort):
7680 x 4320 pixels
On-board graphics card maximum resolution (eDP - Integrated Flat Panel):
5120 x 3200 pixels
On-board graphics card maximum resolution (HDMI):
4096 x 2160 pixels
On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (DisplayPort):
60 Hz
On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (eDP - Integrated Flat Panel):
120 Hz
On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (HDMI):
60 Hz
On-board graphics card ID:
0x4680
Number of execution units:
32
Thermal Monitoring Technologies:
Yes
Use conditions:
PC/Client/Tablet, Workstation
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes:
20
PCI Express slots version:
5.0, 4.0
PCI Express configurations:
1x16+1x4, 2x8+1x4
Supported instruction sets:
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0
CPU configuration (max):
1
Embedded options available:
No
Thermal solution specification:
PCG 2020A
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN):
5A992CN3
Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS):
G167599
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology):
Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology:
2.0
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology:
Yes
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD):
Yes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI):
Yes
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology:
Yes
Intel Trusted Execution Technology:
Yes
Intel® Speed Shift Technology:
Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 frequency:
5 GHz
Intel® Total Memory Encryption:
Yes
Intel® Control-flow Enforcement Technology (CET):
Yes
Intel® Thread Director:
Yes
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT):
Yes
Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT):
Yes
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP):
Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x):
Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d):
Yes
Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0:
Yes
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready:
Yes
Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost):
Yes
Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD):
Yes
Mode-based Execute Control (MBE):
Yes
Intel® vPro™ Platform Eligibility:
Yes
Intel® Standard Manageability (ISM):
Yes
Intel® One-Click Recovery:
Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology with Redirect Protection (VT-rp):
Yes
Intel vPro® Enterprise Platform Eligibility:
Yes
Intel® Threat Detection Technology (TDT):
Yes
Intel® Hardware Shield Eligibility:
Yes
Intel® Total Memory Encryption - Multi Key:
Yes
Harmonized System (HS) code:
85423119
Processor package size:
45 x 37.5 mm