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Core i7-12700K
12-core unlocked Alder Lake desktop CPU with strong gaming and multitasking performance. It remains attractive when bundled or discounted.

General Information
BrandIntel
NameCore i7-12700K
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Alder Lake (Alder Lake-S) | |
| Base Clock Speed | 3.6 GHz | GHz |
| Cache Size | 25 MB | MB |
| Core Count | 12 cores | cores |
| Cpu Socket | LGA1700 | |
| Included Cooler | No | |
| Integrated Graphics | Yes | |
| Launch Date | Q4 2021 (launched November 4, 2021) | |
| Manufacturing Process | Intel 7 | |
| Max Boost Clock Speed | 5 GHz | GHz |
| Memory Support | Up to DDR5 4800 MT/s and up to DDR4 3200 MT/s | |
| Overclocking Support | Yes | |
| Pci Express Version | PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 | |
| Price | 269.99 USD | USD |
| Thermal Design Power | 125 W | W |
| Thread Count | 20 threads | threads |
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