Intel Core i7-12700F 12 Core Processor | LGA1700 2.1GHz 25MB Cache | Cooler Included
Sku: BX8071512700F
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Brand: Intel
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KEY FEATURES
- 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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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.
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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.Feature
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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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