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Silver rectangular LGA 1700 desktop CPU with gold contact pads and green substrate

Intel

Intel Core i5-12600KF BX8071512600KF desktop processor

SKU CH-DN5F-M36GC MPN BX8071512600KF

10-core hybrid desktop processor with six performance and four efficient cores, 16 threads, up to 4.9 GHz turbo, 20 MB L3 cache, DDR4-3200 and DDR5-4800 support, 125 W base power, LGA 1700 socket

  • Processors TypeDesktop
  • NameCore i5-12600KF
  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700
  • Core NameAlder Lake
  • # of Cores10-Core (6P+4E)
  • # of Threads16-Threads
  • 10 cores and 16 threads handle heavy multitasking smoothly
  • Peak turbo up to 4.9 GHz speeds single-thread workloads
  • Supports DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 memory flexibility
  • 20 MB L3 cache reduces latency in games and apps
  • PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 lanes future-proof GPU and storage upgrades

Core i5-12600KF 10-Core Desktop Processor

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 10-core desktop processor built for users who need strong multi-threaded performance without integrated graphics. Six performance cores and four efficient cores deliver 16 threads for demanding workloads and gaming. It fits the LGA 1700 socket and requires a discrete graphics card.

DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 Dual-Channel Memory Limits

This processor supports DDR4 at 3200 MT/s and DDR5 at 4800 MT/s across two memory channels with a maximum capacity of 128 GB. The memory controller tops out at 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, so faster kits will run at these rated speeds. PCI Express 5.0 and 4.0 provide 20 lanes for graphics and storage.

125W Base Power and 150W Maximum Turbo Power

The processor base power is 125W and maximum turbo power reaches 150W, which determines the cooling solution you must provide. No cooler is included in the box. A motherboard with robust power delivery is required to sustain high frequencies under load.

Highlights

  • 10 cores and 16 threads handle heavy multitasking smoothly
  • Peak turbo up to 4.9 GHz speeds single-thread workloads
  • Supports DDR4 3200 and DDR5 4800 memory flexibility
  • 20 MB L3 cache reduces latency in games and apps
  • PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 lanes future-proof GPU and storage upgrades

Specifications

BrandIntel
Processors TypeDesktop
SeriesCore i5 12th Gen
NameCore i5-12600KF
ModelBX8071512600KF
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700
Core NameAlder Lake
# of Cores10-Core (6P+4E)
# of Threads16-Threads
Operating FrequencyP-core Base Frequency: 3.7 GHz
E-core Base Frequency: 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo FrequencySingle P-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.9 GHz
Single E-core Turbo Frequency: Up to 3.6 GHz
L2 Cache9.5MB
L3 Cache20MB
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 Lanes20
Thermal Design PowerProcessor Base Power: 125W
Maximum Turbo Power: 150W
Cooling DeviceCooling device not included - Processor Only
Operating System SupportedWindows 11
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size116 × 101 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Should I pick the KF model or the standard K version for my build?

The KF model has no integrated graphics, so select it when a discrete GPU is already planned; the standard K version includes UHD graphics for systems without a separate card

What does the 4.9 GHz single-core turbo mean for everyday performance?

One performance core can reach 4.9 GHz under light loads, giving snappy response in single-threaded tasks while the other cores run at their base speeds

How does the PCIe 5.0 support translate to real bandwidth limits?

The processor provides up to 20 PCIe lanes with Gen 5.0 for the GPU and fast storage, while the chipset handles additional Gen 4.0 and 3.0 lanes for other devices

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