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Square green PCB with gold contacts and silver heatspreader marked i5-12400F

Intel

Intel Core i5-12400F desktop processor BX8071512400F

SKU CH-XQ0M-AF1SV MPN BX8071512400F

Refurbished 6-core desktop CPU with 12 threads, 2.5 GHz base and 4.4 GHz turbo, LGA 1700 socket, 65 W base power, supporting DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 memory

  • Processors TypeDesktop
  • NameCore i5-12400F
  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700
  • Core NameAlder Lake
  • # of Cores6-Core
  • # of Threads12-Threads
  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle multi-tasking smoothly
  • Base clock 2.5 GHz and turbo up to 4.4 GHz give responsive single-thread speed
  • 18 MB L3 plus 7.5 MB L2 cache reduce data latency
  • DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 support across two channels up to 128 GB
  • PCIe 5.0 with 16 lanes enables fast GPU and storage bandwidth

Six-core Alder Lake processor for LGA 1700

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core 12-thread desktop CPU built on the Intel 7 process. Base frequency sits at 2.5 GHz with a single-core turbo up to 4.4 GHz. It carries 7.5 MB of L2 cache and 18 MB of L3 cache. The processor is sold in refurbished condition without a cooler in the box.

Suits mainstream builds that have discrete graphics

This chip has no integrated graphics so a separate GPU is mandatory. It supports DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 across two memory channels up to 128 GB total. PCI Express 5.0 provides 16 lanes from the CPU plus four lanes of PCIe 4.0. Buyers who need onboard video or lower platform cost should consider alternatives.

The 65 W base power decides cooling

Processor base power is 65 W while maximum turbo power reaches 117 W. A motherboard with an LGA 1700 socket and adequate VRM cooling is required to sustain boost clocks. The 12-thread design handles gaming and productivity workloads within this thermal envelope.

Highlights

  • 6 cores and 12 threads handle multi-tasking smoothly
  • Base clock 2.5 GHz and turbo up to 4.4 GHz give responsive single-thread speed
  • 18 MB L3 plus 7.5 MB L2 cache reduce data latency
  • DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 support across two channels up to 128 GB
  • PCIe 5.0 with 16 lanes enables fast GPU and storage bandwidth

Specifications

BrandIntel
Processors TypeDesktop
SeriesCore i5 12th Gen
NameCore i5-12400F
ModelBX8071512400F
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700
Core NameAlder Lake
# of Cores6-Core
# of Threads12-Threads
Operating Frequency2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency4.4 GHz
L2 Cache7.5MB
L3 Cache18MB
Manufacturing TechIntel 7
Instruction Set64-Bit
Hyper-Threading SupportYes
Memory TypesDDR4 3200 / DDR5 4800
Memory Channel2
Max Memory Size128 GB
Max Memory Bandwidth76.8 GB/s
Virtualization Technology SupportYes
Integrated GraphicsNone Integrated Graphics
PCI Express Revision5.0 / 4.0 / 3.0
Max Number of PCI Express LanesCPU PCIe 5.0 Lanes: 16
CPU PCIe 4.0 Lanes: 4
Thermal Design PowerProcessor Base Power: 65W
Maximum Turbo Power: 117W
Cooling DeviceCooling device not included - Processor Only
Operating System SupportedWindows 11
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size116 × 101 × 44 mm

Questions about this item

Does the BX8071512400F box include a cooler or must I buy one separately?

The processor is sold without a cooling device so a separate CPU cooler for the LGA 1700 socket is required.

Should I pair this 6-core 12-thread CPU with DDR4 3200 or DDR5 4800 memory?

Both DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 are supported on two channels up to 128 GB; choose DDR5 for higher bandwidth or DDR4 for lower platform cost.

What does the 4.4 GHz max turbo frequency mean for everyday workloads?

The chip can raise its clock from the 2.5 GHz base to 4.4 GHz on active cores while staying within the 117 W maximum turbo power envelope.

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