Intel Core i7-12700F (2.1 GHz / 4.9 GHz)

Processor 12-Core (8 Performance-Cores + 4 Efficient-Cores) 20-Threads Socket 1700 L3 Cache 25 MB 0.010 micron (box version with fan - 3-year Intel warranty)

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With more cores and more power, Intel's 12th generation processors (Alder Lake) are ready for next-generation gaming, PCI-Express 5.0 graphics, and DDR5 RAM. They will allow you to design powerful machines for all tasks.

Processor 12-Core (8 Performance-Cores + 4 Efficient-Cores) 20-Threads Socket 1700 L3 Cache 25 MB 0.010 micron (box version with fan - 3-year Intel warranty)

Overview

New hybrid architecture for optimal performance

With the Alder Lake processors, Intel has launched a small revolution in the world of x86 architecture by adopting a hybrid technology based on two different types of cores assembled within the same chip: Performance-Cores and Efficient-Cores. With more cores and more power, 12th generation Intel processors are ready for next-generation gaming, PCI-Express 5.0 graphics cards and DDR5 RAM.

Intel Core i7-12700F 12-Core (8P+4E)

  • Processor 12 Cores / 20 Threads
  • 8 Performance-Cores (2.1 GHz - 4.9 GHz) + 4 Efficient-Cores (1.6 GHz - 3.6 GHz)
  • L3 Cache 25 MB + L2 Cache 12 MB
  • IGP: None
  • Memory controller: DDR4 / DDR5
  • PCI-E 5.0 compatible
  • TDP: 65W
  • Max. TDP (Turbo Power): 180W
  • Intel Laminar RM1 fan included

Cores at work

Intel's new high-performance hybrid architecture integrates two core families into one processor for a smoother gaming experience. Intel Thread Director prioritizes and manages workloads by determining which core is best suited for each task. Performance cores are designed for unique, low-thread count workloads, enhancing activities such as video gaming or productivity tasks. Efficiency cores are optimised for multi-threading by reducing interruptions from secondary tasks.

Reach new heights

With high frequencies, achieve high performance in games. Confidently take on your opponents or explore new worlds with a revolutionary processor architecture that focuses on what matters. Intel 12th generation processors are simply designed for the next generation of gaming.

Specifications
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General information

Product name

Intel Core i7-12700F (2.1 GHz / 4.9 GHz)

Brand

Intel

Model

BX8071512700F

Main characteristics

Processor model

Intel Core i7

Processor support

Intel 1700

CPU frequency

2.1 GHz

Frequency in Turbo mode

4.9 GHz

Number of cores

12

Number of threads

20

Platform (processor)

Intel Alder Lake-S

Architecture

Core name

Alder Lake

Engraving fineness

10 nm

TDP

65 W

L2 cache

12 MB

L3 cache

25 MB

Motherboard chipset compatibility

Intel B660 Express
Intel H610 Express
Intel H670 Express
Intel Z690 Express
Intel Z790 Express
Intel B760 Express
Intel H770 Express

Graphics chipset

Integrated graphics controller

No

Graphics chipset

None

Memory controller

Memory controller

DDR4
DDR5

Memory controller type

Dual Channel

Memory Frequency(ies)

DDR4 3200 MHz
DDR5 4800 MHz

Advanced technologies

Virtualization

Intel Virtualization VT-x

Packaging

Typical use

Desktop computer

Gamer

Yes

Box version

Yes

Fan supplied

Yes

Warranties

Commercial warranty

Seller 3 years

Legal warranty

See terms & conditions

Product referenced on 4 Jan 2022

Customer reviews
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  • by ArnaudP
    Posted on 31 Mar 2023
    Product bought from LDLC on 1 Mar 2023
    Number of reviews: 3 Average rating: 10

    It works

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  • by Gildas D
    Posted on 7 Sep 2022
    Product bought from LDLC on 2 Sep 2022
    Number of reviews: 4 Average rating: 8

    The fan supplied with the box is very noisy!

    I'm switching from a 4th generation i7 box CPU with a box fan to this new generation and it's clear: the new fans are horribly noisy! If this is important to you, don't hesitate to replace it.
    As for the performance of this CPU, nothing to complain about...
    Note that the box version without fan (the KF) is more expensive... So do your calculations if the OC is not important for you.

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  • by GortixLab
    Posted on 14 Jun 2022
    Product bought from LDLC on 9 Jun 2022
    Number of reviews: 8 Average rating: 9

    Good management

    ! I have no expertise to evaluate a processor !

    Nevertheless, despite the synchronization of 1 NVMe + 5 SSDs on a remote server, Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Bridge, VS Code and 4 servers in localhost, Starcraft 2 and Lost Ark launched at the same time.

    The processor holds up without any problem, it doesn't heat up particularly, I don't feel any slowdown of it. Its performance is good.

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