Intel Core i9-12900F
The Intel Core i9-12900F is a 12th Gen Intel Core i9 desktop processor (Alder Lake) with 16 cores (8 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores) and 24 threads. It boosts up to 5.10 GHz, has 30 MB of Intel Smart Cache and fits LGA1700 motherboards.
It suits gaming, streaming, video editing and other heavy multitasking where many threads help. It has no integrated graphics, so it needs a dedicated graphics card. This processor is price on request: we confirm today's price by email, as explained in our Price on Request Policy. You can also compare it with other Intel Core processors.
Highlights
- 16 cores (8 Performance-cores + 8 Efficient-cores) / 24 threads
- Max Turbo Frequency up to 5.10 GHz
- 30 MB Intel Smart Cache and 14 MB total L2 cache
- LGA1700 socket (FCLGA1700)
- Supports up to DDR5 4800 MT/s or DDR4 3200 MT/s, up to 128 GB
- 65 W Processor Base Power, 202 W Maximum Turbo Power
Best for
- High-refresh gaming paired with a dedicated graphics card
- Video editing, 3D rendering and other multi-threaded workloads
- Gaming while streaming or recording
- Upgrading or building on an LGA1700 platform with DDR4 or DDR5
Specifications
| Product Collection | 12th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 Processors |
|---|---|
| Code Name | Products formerly Alder Lake |
| Vertical Segment | Desktop |
| Processor Number | i9-12900F |
| 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 | No |
| Use Conditions | PC/Client/Tablet |
| 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 |
| Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision | 4.0 |
| Max # of DMI Lanes | 8 |
| Scalability | 1S Only |
| PCI Express Revision | 5.0 and 4.0 |
| PCI Express Configurations ‡ | Up to 1x16+4, 2x8+4 |
| Max # of PCI Express Lanes | 20 |
| Sockets Supported | FCLGA1700 |
| Max CPU Configuration | 1 |
| Thermal Solution Specification | PCG 2020C |
| T junction | 100°C |
| Package Size | 45.0 mm x 37.5 mm |
| Max Operating Temperature | 100 °C |
Compatibility and related parts
The i9-12900F needs an LGA1700 board, so start with our motherboards and check the board's memory type, since the CPU supports either DDR5 up to 4800 MT/s or DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s but each motherboard takes only one kind. Pick matching memory (RAM) in a dual-channel kit. With a Maximum Turbo Power of 202 W, choose capable CPU coolers with LGA1700 mounting. Remember a graphics card is required. The PC builder checks compatibility for you, and parts bought as part of a PC build get free assembly and testing.
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