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Intel Core i5-12600KF 10-Core Alder Lake 3.7GHz (4.9GHz Boost) LGA1700 Unlocked No iGPU (Boxed)

SKU 6959 Brand INTEL EAN13 5032037234115
Intel Core i5-12600KF: 10 cores (6P+4E, 16 threads), Alder Lake, 3.7GHz base/4.9GHz boost, LGA1700, unlocked for overclocking, no iGPU. Supports DDR5 4800/DDR4 3200, 20MB L3 cache, 125W TDP.
CPU (Processors) - Socket Intel LGA1700
CPU (Processors) - Processor Family Intel Core i5
CPU (Processors) - Cores 10
CPU (Processors) - Threads 16
CPU (Processors) - TDP 121-150W
CPU (Processors) - Integrated Graphics No (Discrete GPU Required)
CPU (Processors) - Memory Support DDR4 DDR5
CPU (Processors) - Unlocked/Overclockable Yes
CPU (Processors) - Cooler Included No

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a high-performance 12th Gen Alder Lake desktop processor featuring a hybrid architecture with 6 Performance-cores (P-cores) and 4 Efficient-cores (E-cores), totaling 10 cores and 16 threads. It delivers base clocks of 3.7 GHz on P-cores (2.8 GHz on E-cores) with turbo boost up to 4.9 GHz, making it ideal for gaming, content creation, and multitasking.

Designed for the LGA1700 socket, this unlocked 'K' model supports overclocking and requires a discrete GPU ('F' suffix means no integrated graphics). It supports up to 128GB dual-channel DDR5-4800 or DDR4-3200 memory, with 20MB L3 cache and TDP of 125W (up to 150W turbo). Perfect for modern Z690/Z790 motherboards.

  • ✅ 10 cores (6P + 4E) / 16 threads for excellent multi-threaded performance
  • ✅ Unlocked multiplier for easy overclocking
  • ✅ No cooler included - pair with high-end air/liquid cooling
  • ✅ Requires discrete GPU - no integrated UHD Graphics
  • ✅ Compatible with DDR4/DDR5 memory platforms
ModelIntel Core i5-12600KF
MPNBX8071512600KF
SocketLGA1700 (FCLGA1700)
ArchitectureAlder Lake (12th Gen)
Total Cores10 (6 Performance + 4 Efficient)
Threads16
Base Frequency P-cores3.7 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency4.90 GHz
Base Frequency E-cores2.8 GHz
L2 Cache9.5 MB (6x1.25MB P + 2MB E)
L3 Cache20 MB shared
TDP (PL1)125 W
Max Turbo Power (PL2)150 W
Memory SupportUp to 128GB DDR4-3200 / DDR5-4800
Integrated GraphicsNo (F-series)
UnlockedYes (K-series)
Cooler IncludedNo
Launch DateQ4 2021
Max Temperature100°C