Intel Core i9-12900
The Intel Core i9-12900 is a 12th Generation desktop processor (formerly Alder Lake) with 16 cores, made up of 8 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores, and 24 threads. It boosts up to 5.10 GHz, has 30 MB of Intel Smart Cache, fits LGA1700 motherboards, and includes Intel UHD Graphics 770.
It suits builders who want high core counts for multitasking, content creation and gaming, with a 65 W base power rating and support for either DDR5 or DDR4 memory. This processor is price on request: we confirm today's price by email, as explained in our Price on Request Policy. Cash on delivery is available across Lebanon.
Highlights
- 16 cores (8 Performance-cores + 8 Efficient-cores) and 24 threads
- Max Turbo Frequency up to 5.10 GHz
- 30 MB Intel Smart Cache and 14 MB total L2 cache
- 65 W Processor Base Power, 202 W Maximum Turbo Power
- Supports up to DDR5 4800 MT/s or DDR4 3200 MT/s, up to 128 GB
- Intel UHD Graphics 770 with Quick Sync Video
Best for
- Video editing, rendering and other multi-threaded work
- Gaming PCs that also handle streaming or heavy multitasking
- Workstation builds that can use ECC memory support
- Systems that need to run without a graphics card, using the built-in UHD Graphics 770
Specifications
| Product Collection | 12th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 Processors |
|---|---|
| Code Name | Products formerly Alder Lake |
| Vertical Segment | Desktop |
| Processor Number | i9-12900 |
| Lithography | Intel 7 |
| Total Cores | 16 |
| # of Performance-cores | 8 |
| # of Efficient-cores | 8 |
| Total Threads | 24 |
| Max Turbo Frequency | 5.10 GHz |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Frequency ‡ | 5.10 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5.00 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 3.80 GHz |
| Performance-core Base Frequency | 2.40 GHz |
| Efficient-core Base Frequency | 1.80 GHz |
| Cache | 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| Total L2 Cache | 14 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 65 W |
| Maximum Turbo Power | 202 W |
| Marketing Status | Launched |
| Launch Date | Q1'22 |
| Embedded Options Available | Yes |
| Use Conditions | PC/Client/Tablet, Workstation |
| Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type) | 128 GB |
| Memory Types | Up to DDR5 4800 MT/s Up to DDR4 3200 MT/s |
| Max # of Memory Channels | 2 |
| Max Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Supported ‡ | Yes |
| GPU Name ‡ | Intel® UHD Graphics 770 |
| Graphics Base Frequency | 300 MHz |
| Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency | 1.55 GHz |
| Graphics Output | eDP 1.4b, DP 1.4a, HDMI 2.1 |
| Execution Units | 32 |
| DirectX* Support | 12 |
| OpenGL* Support | 4.5 |
| OpenCL* Support | 3.0 |
| Multi-Format Codec Engines | 2 |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology | Yes |
Compatibility and related parts
The i9-12900 needs an LGA1700 board, so start with our motherboards and check that the board supports this processor. The board also decides whether you use DDR5 or DDR4, so pick matching memory (RAM). Its Maximum Turbo Power is 202 W, so choose one of our CPU coolers that can handle sustained heavy loads. The easiest route is the PC builder, which checks compatibility for you, and parts bought as a PC build get free assembly and testing.
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Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
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