16-Core Desktop Processor
The Core i9-12900F features 16 processor cores for a high-end desktop configuration.
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Core i9-12900F
High-end 16-core desktop chip requiring a discrete GPU.
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- Brand
- Intel
- Name
- Core i9-12900F
- Category
- Computer Processors
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Built for Discrete Graphics
With no integrated graphics, this processor requires a separate discrete GPU.
Intel Core i9 Model
The Core i9-12900F is part of Intel’s high-end desktop processor lineup.
The Intel Core i9-12900F is a high-end 16-core desktop processor designed for systems with a discrete GPU.
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Le comptoir du hardware
Test • Intel Core i9-12900K/12900F / i7-12700K / i5-12600K/12600/12400F & Z690/B660
Tests the i9-12900F alongside other Alder Lake CPUs, covering performance, power consumption, and overclocking; the review was updated in February 2022 to include the 12900F.
E. B. · Nov 4, 2021
StorageReview
Intel Core i9-12900K (Alder Lake) Review
Reviews the flagship 12900K and notes that the 12900F lacks integrated graphics, so it requires a dedicated GPU.
Charles P. Jefferies · Mar 8, 2022
Video Analysis
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Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureAlder Lake
Base Clock Speed(GHz)2.4 GHz
Cache Size(MB)30 MB
Core Count(cores)16 cores
Cpu SocketLGA1700
Included CoolerNo
Integrated GraphicsNo
Launch DateQ1 2022
Manufacturing ProcessIntel 7
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)5.1 GHz
Memory SupportDDR5-4800, DDR4-3200
Overclocking SupportNo
Pci Express VersionPCIe 5.0
Price(USD)413.49 USD
Thermal Design Power(W)65 W
Thread Count(threads)24 threads
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