Intel
Intel Core i5-12400F
A 6-core budget powerhouse that remains one of the best selling CPUs for entry-level gaming builds.
$109.94
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BuyKey Properties
ArchitectureAlder Lake (12th Gen Core)
Base Clock2.5
Base Clock Speed(GHz)2.5 GHz
Cache L318
Cache Size(MB)18 MB
Capacity128
Compatibility['LGA1700 (FCLGA1700 / FC-LGA16A)', 'Up to DDR5 4800 MT/s or DDR4 3200 MT/s', 'PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 (up to 1x16+4, 2x8+4)', 'Intel 600-series / 700-series chipsets']
Component TypeCPU
Core Count(cores)6 cores
Cpu Cooler IncludedTrue
Cpu Microarchitecture GenerationIntel 12th Gen Core (Alder Lake)
Cpu SocketFCLGA1700
Dimensions['45.0 mm x 37.5 mm']
Form FactorFC-LGA16A (LGA1700 socket package)
Integrated GraphicsNo
Interface Standard['PCI Express Revision 5.0 and 4.0', 'DMI Revision 4.0']
Launch DateQ1'22
ManufacturerIntel
Manufacturing ProcessIntel 7
Max Boost Clock4.4
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)4.4 GHz
Max Memory Speed4800
Max Turbo Power117
Memory Channels2
Memory SupportUp to DDR5 4800 MT/s or DDR4 3200 MT/s
Memory Type Support12400
Overclocking SupportNo
Pcie Lane Count20
Pcie VersionPCIe 5.0, 4.0
Pci Express VersionPCI Express 5.0 and 4.0
Performance Spec['6 cores / 12 threads (Intel Smart Cache 18 MB)', 'Performance-core base frequency: 2.50 GHz', 'Max turbo frequency: up to 4.40 GHz']
Power Requirements117
Price(USD)109.94 USD
Process NodeIntel 7
SocketLGA1700
Tdp Processor Base Power65
Thermal Design['Processor Base Power: 65 W', 'Maximum Turbo Power: 117 W', 'Max Operating Temperature: 100 °C', 'Thermal solution specification: PCG 2020C']
Thermal Design Power(W)65 W
Thread Count(threads)12 threads
Unlocked Multiplier OverclockingFalse
Warranty Period36