Intel Core i5-12600KF 10 Core Processor | LGA1700 3.7GHz 20MB Cache | No Cooler
Sku: BX8071512600KF
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Brand: Intel
Category: Processors
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- Intel® Core™ i5 i5-12600KF
- 20 MB Smart Cache LGA 1700
- Processor cores: 10 64-bit
- Maximum internal memory supported by processor: 128 GB DDR4-SDRAM, DDR5-SDRAM
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Does the Intel Core i5-12600KF come with a cooler?
No, this processor is sold without a cooler. You will need to purchase a separate tower or liquid cooler that can handle at least 125W base power and ideally 150W under turbo boost.
Does the Intel Core i5-12600KF have integrated graphics?
No, the KF suffix means there is no integrated graphics. You must install a dedicated graphics card to get display output from your system.
Which motherboards are compatible with the Intel Core i5-12600KF?
This processor uses the LGA1700 socket and works with Intel 600-series chipsets like B660, H610, and Z690, as well as 700-series chipsets including B760, H770, and Z790. Make sure your motherboard BIOS is up to date.
Intel Core i5-12600KF 10 Core Processor | LGA1700 3.7GHz 20MB Cache | No Cooler
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The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a high-performance mid-range processor built for gaming and content creation. With ten cores and sixteen threads, it handles demanding workloads from AAA gaming to streaming and video editing without breaking a sweat. The unlocked multiplier lets enthusiasts push clock speeds beyond the 4.9GHz boost for even more performance. You get six performance cores running up to 4.9GHz and four efficient cores that handle background tasks, all backed by 20MB of Intel Smart Cache. There is no integrated graphics, so you will need a dedicated graphics card to display an image. The hybrid architecture delivers excellent single-threaded performance for gaming while the extra cores keep multitasking smooth when you are rendering or encoding in the background. This processor fits LGA1700 motherboards with Intel 600 and 700-series chipsets, including B660, Z690, B760, and Z790 boards. No cooler is included in the retail box, so you will need to buy a tower or AIO cooler separately that can handle 125W base and 150W turbo power. Pair it with fast DDR4 or DDR5 memory and a mid-range to high-end graphics card for a well-balanced gaming or creator workstation.Feature
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| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor generation | 12th gen Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor model | i5-12600KF |
| Processor cores | 10 |
| Processor socket | LGA 1700 |
| Cooler included | No |
| Component for | PC |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Performance cores | 6 |
| Efficient cores | 4 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4.9 GHz |
| Performance-core boost frequency | 4.9 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 3.7 GHz |
| Efficient-core boost frequency | 3.6 GHz |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 2.8 GHz |
| Processor cache | 20 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Maximum turbo power | 150 W |
| Processor base power | 125 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 | 134590 |
| 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 | No |
| On-board graphics card model | Not available |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| 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 2020A |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| 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® 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 | Yes |
| 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 |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Product series | i5 |
| Product family | Core |
| Operational conditions | |
|---|---|
| Maximum operating temperature | 100 °C |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| Packaging data | |
|---|---|
| Package type | Box |
| Technical details | |
|---|---|
| Target market | Gaming |
| Status | Launched |
| Launch date | Q4'21 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Processor package size | 45 x 37.5 mm |
| Other features | |
|---|---|
| L2 cache | 9728 KB |
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Intel Core i5-12600KF come with a cooler?
No, this processor is sold without a cooler. You will need to purchase a separate tower or liquid cooler that can handle at least 125W base power and ideally 150W under turbo boost.
Does the Intel Core i5-12600KF have integrated graphics?
No, the KF suffix means there is no integrated graphics. You must install a dedicated graphics card to get display output from your system.
Which motherboards are compatible with the Intel Core i5-12600KF?
This processor uses the LGA1700 socket and works with Intel 600-series chipsets like B660, H610, and Z690, as well as 700-series chipsets including B760, H770, and Z790. Make sure your motherboard BIOS is up to date.
Is the Intel Core i5-12600KF good for gaming?
Yes, the 12600KF is excellent for gaming. The six performance cores boost up to 4.9GHz, delivering high frame rates in AAA titles, while the four efficient cores keep background tasks running smoothly without impacting gameplay.
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