Intel Core i3-12100 4 Core Processor | LGA1700 3.3GHz 12MB Cache | Cooler Included | Intel UHD Graphics 730

Sku: BX8071512100
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Brand: Intel
Category: Processors
Regular price £176.39
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KEY FEATURES

  • Intel® Core™ i3 i3-12100
  • 12 MB Smart Cache LGA 1700
  • Processor cores: 4 64-bit
  • Maximum internal memory supported by processor: 128 GB DDR4-SDRAM, DDR5-SDRAM
  • On-board graphics card Intel UHD Graphics 730
  • Box Cooler included
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Intel Core i3-12100 4 Core Processor | LGA1700 3.3GHz 12MB Cache | Cooler Included | Intel UHD Graphics 730

Intel Core i3-12100 4 Core Processor | LGA1700 3.3GHz 12MB Cache | Cooler Included | Intel UHD Graphics 730

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The Intel Core i3-12100 is a capable entry-level processor built for everyday computing, light gaming, and office productivity. Sitting in the 12th generation Alder Lake family, it brings modern platform features to budget-conscious builders who need reliable performance without breaking the bank. Whether you are assembling a home office PC, a student workstation, or an entry-level gaming rig, this chip delivers solid value in a retail box with everything you need to get started. Inside you get four performance cores and eight threads, running at a base clock of 3.3 GHz and boosting up to 4.3 GHz when demand spikes. The 12 MB of Intel Smart Cache helps keep frequently used data close to the cores, improving responsiveness in web browsing, document editing, and casual multitasking. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 means you can run a display without a separate graphics card, making this processor ideal for builds where a discrete GPU will be added later or is not needed at all. The iGPU supports up to four independent displays, useful for multi-monitor office setups or media playback. This processor fits LGA1700 motherboards using Intel 600-series chipsets such as H610, B660, or Z690, and it comes with a cooler in the box so you do not need to budget for an aftermarket heatsink. With a base power of 60 W and a maximum turbo power of 89 W, it runs efficiently and stays cool under typical workloads. If you are building a new system on a budget or upgrading an older platform, the i3-12100 offers a clean step up in performance and platform longevity without demanding expensive supporting components.

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Processor
Processor manufacturer Intel
Processor family Intel® Core™ i3
Processor generation 12th gen Intel® Core™ i3
Processor model i3-12100
Processor cores 4
Processor socket LGA 1700
Cooler included Yes
Processor threads 8
Processor operating modes 64-bit
Performance cores 4
Processor boost frequency 4.3 GHz
Performance-core boost frequency 4.3 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 3.3 GHz
Processor cache 12 MB
Processor cache type Smart Cache
Maximum turbo power 89 W
Processor base power 60 W
Bus type DMI4
Maximum number of DMI lanes 8
Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max) 76.8 GB/s
Processor codename Alder Lake
Processor ARK ID 134584
Memory
Maximum internal memory supported by processor 128 GB
Memory types supported by processor DDR4-SDRAM, DDR5-SDRAM
Memory channels Dual-channel
Non-ECC Yes
Memory bandwidth (max) 76.8 GB/s
Graphics
Discrete graphics card No
On-board graphics card Yes
On-board graphics card model Intel UHD Graphics 730
On-board graphics card outputs supported Embedded DisplayPort (eDP), Embedded DisplayPort (eDP) 1.4b, DisplayPort 1.4a, DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) 1.4 MHz
On-board graphics card base frequency 300 MHz
Number of displays supported (on-board graphics) 4
On-board graphics card OpenGL version 4.5
On-board graphics card DirectX version 12.0
On-board graphics card maximum resolution (HDMI) 4096 x 2160 pixels
On-board graphics card maximum resolution (eDP - Integrated Flat Panel) 5120 x 3200 pixels
On-board graphics card maximum resolution (DisplayPort) 7680 x 4320 pixels
On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (HDMI) 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 (DisplayPort) 60 Hz
On-board graphics card ID 0x4692
Discrete graphics card model Not available
Number of execution units 24
Multi-Format Codec Engines 1
Features
Thermal Monitoring Technologies Yes
Idle States Yes
Execute Disable Bit Yes
Market segment Desktop
Use conditions PC/Client/Tablet
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
Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision 4.0
Thermal solution specification PCG 2020C
CPU configuration (max) 1
Embedded options available Yes
Scalability 1S
Harmonized System (HS) code 85423119
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) 5A992.C
Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) G167599
Processor special features
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) Yes
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology Yes
Intel® Speed Shift Technology Yes
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Yes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) Yes
Intel® Gaussian & Neural Accelerator (Intel® GNA) 3.0 Yes
Intel® Control-flow Enforcement Technology (CET) Yes
Intel® Thread Director No
Intel® Standard Manageability (ISM) Yes
Intel Enhanced Halt State Yes
Intel® Boot Guard Yes
Intel® OS Guard Yes
Intel® Secure Key Yes
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready Yes
Mode-based Execute Control (MBE) Yes
Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD) Yes
Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) Yes
Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 No
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) Yes
Intel 64 Yes
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) Yes
Intel® Threat Detection Technology (TDT) Yes
General
Product series i3
Product family Core
Operational conditions
Maximum operating temperature 100 °C
Tjunction 100 °C
Packaging data
Package type Box
Technical details
OpenCL version 3.0
OpenGL support Yes
Status Launched
Launch date Q1'22
Weight & dimensions
Processor package size 45 x 37.5 mm
Other features
L2 cache 5120 KB
Maximum internal memory 128 GB
Graphics output eDP 1.4b, DP 1.4a, HDMI 2.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Intel Core i3-12100 come with a cooler in the box?

Yes, the retail box includes an Intel-supplied cooler, so you do not need to purchase a separate heatsink to get started.

Do I need a graphics card to use the Intel Core i3-12100?

No, the processor has integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730, so you can connect a monitor directly to the motherboard and use the system without a discrete GPU.

Which motherboards are compatible with the Intel Core i3-12100?

It fits LGA1700 socket motherboards with Intel 600-series chipsets, including H610, B660, H670, and Z690 boards that support 12th generation processors.

Is the Intel Core i3-12100 suitable for gaming?

Yes, it handles light to moderate gaming well, especially at 1080p with a dedicated graphics card. For AAA titles or high refresh rate play, pair it with a mid-range GPU like an RTX 3060 or RX 6600.

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