Intel Core i7-12700F 12 Core Processor | LGA1700 2.1GHz 25MB Cache | Cooler Included

Sku: BX8071512700F
Availability: In Stock
Brand: Intel
Category: Processors
Regular price £269.15
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  • Intel® Core™ i7 i7-12700F
  • 25 MB Smart Cache LGA 1700
  • Processor cores: 12 64-bit
  • Maximum internal memory supported by processor: 128 GB DDR4-SDRAM, DDR5-SDRAM
  • Box Cooler included
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Intel Core i7-12700F 12 Core Processor | LGA1700 2.1GHz 25MB Cache | Cooler Included

Intel Core i7-12700F 12 Core Processor | LGA1700 2.1GHz 25MB Cache | Cooler Included

Regular price £269.15
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The Intel Core i7-12700F is a high-performance processor built for serious gamers and content creators who already have a dedicated graphics card. With twelve cores and twenty threads, it handles demanding workloads from streaming and video editing to the latest AAA titles without breaking a sweat. The hybrid architecture combines eight performance cores and four efficiency cores to deliver responsive multitasking alongside exceptional single-threaded speed. Performance cores boost up to 4.8GHz while efficient cores reach 3.6GHz, supported by 25MB of Intel Smart Cache to keep data flowing smoothly. The 65W base power means lower idle consumption, yet maximum turbo power stretches to 180W when you need every ounce of performance. Because this is an F-series chip, there is no integrated graphics, so you will need a discrete graphics card to display anything on screen. This processor fits LGA1700 socket motherboards compatible with Intel 600 and 700 series chipsets, including B660, H670, Z690, B760, and Z790 boards. A cooler is included in the retail box, so you can start building straight away without hunting for a separate heatsink. The boxed package ensures full warranty coverage and peace of mind for your next gaming or productivity desktop.

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Processor
Processor manufacturer Intel
Processor family Intel® Core™ i7
Processor generation 12th gen Intel® Core™ i7
Processor model i7-12700F
Processor cores 12
Processor socket LGA 1700
Cooler included Yes
Processor threads 20
Processor operating modes 64-bit
Performance cores 8
Efficient cores 4
Processor boost frequency 4.9 GHz
Performance-core boost frequency 4.8 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 2.1 GHz
Efficient-core boost frequency 3.6 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency 1.6 GHz
Processor cache 25 MB
Processor cache type Smart Cache
Maximum turbo power 180 W
Processor base power 65 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 134592
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 2020C
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® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 frequency 4.9 GHz
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 Yes
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 i7
Product family Core
Operational conditions
Maximum operating temperature 100 °C
Tjunction 100 °C
Packaging data
Package type Box
Technical details
Target market Gaming, Content Creation
Status Launched
Launch date Q1'22
Weight & dimensions
Processor package size 45 x 37.5 mm
Other features
L2 cache 12288 KB
Maximum internal memory 128 GB

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Intel Core i7-12700F need a separate graphics card?

Yes. The i7-12700F has no integrated graphics, so you must install a discrete GPU to get a display output and use the system.

Which motherboards are compatible with the Intel Core i7-12700F?

Any LGA1700 socket motherboard with an Intel 600 or 700 series chipset will work, including B660, H670, Z690, B760, H770 and Z790 models.

Is a CPU cooler included with the Intel Core i7-12700F?

Yes. Intel supplies a stock cooler in the retail box, so you can install the processor immediately without purchasing a separate heatsink.

Is the Intel Core i7-12700F good for gaming and streaming?

Absolutely. Twelve cores and twenty threads provide plenty of headroom to game at high settings while streaming or recording, and the performance cores boost to 4.8GHz for excellent frame rates.

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