16-Core Design
The Core i9-12900KS features 16 processor cores.
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Intel
Core i9-12900KS
Special-edition 16-core Alder Lake flagship with elevated boost clocks.
General Information
- Brand
- Intel
- Name
- Core i9-12900KS
- Category
- Computer Processors
Find At
$193.28
Product Highlights
The most important capabilities and tradeoffs at a glance.
Elevated Boost Clocks
This special-edition processor is configured with elevated boost clocks.
Alder Lake Architecture
The processor is built on Intel’s Alder Lake architecture.
The Intel Core i9-12900KS is a special-edition 16-core desktop processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with elevated boost clocks.
Media Reviews
Independent perspectives and scores from published reviews.
PC Gamer
Intel Core i9 12900KS review
PC Gamer calls it the fastest gaming CPU but criticizes its excessive price, bin-sorted nature, and high power draw.
Dave James · Apr 21, 2022
TweakTown93/100
Intel Core i9-12900KS "Alder Lake" CPU Review
TweakTown rates it the best CPU on Intel’s 600-series platform, with strong performance but a premium price.
Tyler Bernath · Apr 20, 2022
TechSpot
Intel Core i9-12900KS Review
TechSpot reviews the 5.5 GHz 12900KS as a higher-clocked successor to the already impressive 12900K.
Steven Walton · Apr 5, 2022
HotHardware
Core i9-12900KS Review: Intel’s Fastest Alder Lake CPU Tested
HotHardware praises the 12900KS as a faster, enthusiast-focused Alder Lake CPU with leading single-thread performance and competitive multi-thread performance.
Marco Chiappetta · Jun 28, 2022
TechPowerUp
Intel Core i9-12900KS Review - The Best Just Got Better
TechPowerUp describes the 12900KS as Intel’s top-tier special-edition desktop CPU, positioned to extend its gaming-performance lead.
W1zzard · Apr 1, 2022
Video Analysis
Product walkthroughs, comparisons, and long-form video reviews.
15:53
Intel Core i9-12900KS Review, Ryzen 7 5800X3D Counter
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131,687 views · 4 years ago
Hardware Unboxed · youtube
15:06
The Last i9 Standing | Intel i9-12900KS
Testing the Intel i9-12900KS 16-core 24-thread CPU in popular and demanding games, productivity applications and synthetic ...
94,977 views · 2 years ago
Iceberg Tech · youtube
23:56
Intel Core i9-12900KS review - Leo's take
You watched the unboxing - today Leo gives his full analysis of the expensive new Intel processor. Let us know if you bought one ...
81,395 views · 4 years ago
KitGuruTech · youtube
10:31
12900KS... I'm somewhat Disappointed
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39,120 views · 4 years ago
der8auer EN · youtube
10:02
All about Intel's new flagship CPU the i9-12900KS with Overclocking expert 8PACK
Ian “8PACK” Parry is a record breaking extreme Overclocker and hardware expert at Overclockers UK. In this video 8Pack ...
5,094 views · 4 years ago
Overclockers UK · youtube
4:42
Intel Core i9-12900KS Review
In this video, we are comparing the Intel Core i9-12900K vs i9-12900KS. Showing the performance difference with a specially ...
1,152 views · 4 years ago
Central Computers · youtube
Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureAlder Lake
Base Clock Speed(GHz)3.4 GHz
Cache Size(MB)30 MB
Core Count(cores)16 cores
Cpu SocketLGA1700
Included CoolerNo
Integrated GraphicsYes
Launch DateQ1 2022
Manufacturing Process10nm
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)5.5 GHz
Memory SupportDDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200
Overclocking SupportYes
Pci Express VersionPCIe 5.0 and 4.0
Price(USD)193.28 USD
Thermal Design Power(W)150 W
Thread Count(threads)24 threads
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