Intel - Core i7-12700F 12th Generation - 12 Core - 20 Thread - 2.1 to 4.9 GHz - LGA1700 - Desktop Processor - Grey/Black/Gold
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- Processor SocketSocket LGA 1700PCI Express VersionPCI Express 5.0, PCI Express 4.0CPU Base Clock Frequency1.6 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency4.9 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores12-coreNumber of CPU Threads20
- Key Specs
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1700 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 5.0, PCI Express 4.0
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 1.6 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 12-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 20 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: false
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5, DDR4
- L3 Cache: 25 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Processor Base Power: 65 watts
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Processor Generation/Series: 12th Generation
- General
- Brand: Intel
- Model Number: BX8071512700F
- Product Name: Core i7-12700F 12th Generation - 12 Core - 20 Thread - 2.1 to 4.9 GHz - LGA1700 - Desktop Processor
- Color: Grey/Black/Gold
- Processor Model Number: 12700F
- Processor Collection: Core i7
- Processor Generation/Series: 12th Generation
- Year of Release: 2022
- Compatibility
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1700 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Configuration: PCIe Gen 5 x16, PCIe Gen 5 x8
- PCI Express Lanes (Total): 20
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 5.0, PCI Express 4.0
- Processor Instruction Set: 64-bit
- Performance
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 1.6 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 12-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 20 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: false
- Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5, DDR4
- Number of Memory Channels Supported: 2
- Cache Level: L3 (The cache stores data that the CPU needs to access quickly in order to complete tasks. Each level is ranked according to priority of access; Level 1 (L1) cache stores data that the CPU needs to access first. L1 cache is also the fastest but holds the least amount of data, with each following level decreasing in speed but increasing in capacity.)
- L3 Cache: 25 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Features
- Processor Type: Desktop
- RAID Support: None (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
- Power
- Processor Base Power: 65 watts
- Processor Boost Power: 180 watts
- Graphics
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 3 Year Limited
- Other
- UPC: 735858503105
12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700F desktop processor, without processor graphics. Featuring Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, 12th Gen Intel Core i7 desktop processors are optimized for gamers and productivity and help deliver high performance. Discrete graphics required. Intel Laminar RM1 included in the box. Compatible with Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 65W Processor Base Power.
- Intel 12th Generation: 12th Gen Intel Core desktop processors are optimized for productivity and gaming.
- Supported Motherboard: Compatible with Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards.
- Intel Smart Cache (L3) Size: 25MB Intel Smart Cache
- Processor Base Power: 65 Watt
- Maximum Memory Capacity: 128GB
- Intel 12th Generation: 12th Gen Intel Core desktop processors are optimized for productivity and gaming.
- Supported Motherboard: Compatible with Intel 600 Series Chipset based motherboards.
- Intel Smart Cache (L3) Size: 25MB Intel Smart Cache
- Processor Base Power: 65 Watt
- Maximum Memory Capacity: 128GB
Whats Included
- Core i7-12700F 12th Generation - 12 Core - 20 Thread - 2.1 to 4.9 GHz - LGA1700 - Desktop Processor
- Thermal Solution
- User documentation
- Core i7-12700F 12th Generation - 12 Core - 20 Thread - 2.1 to 4.9 GHz - LGA1700 - Desktop Processor
- Thermal Solution
- User documentation
A: Hi, yirgster. The Intel® Core™ i7-12700F Processor will support Windows® 11, Windows® 10 (20H2), and Linux*. We’ve put a handy guide over on the website that you might be interested in, you can find it at this link [ https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000087875/processors.html ]. Thank you for choosing Intel®
Q: Does the CPU come with the cooler?
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Q: How long is for warranty and is it a warranty Worldwide or only in USA.?
A: Hello, Pattarapong. Thank you for your question. Yes, you can claim warranty globally for Intel® Boxed Processors except in Australia, China, and India. Those countries have country-specific warranty policies for Intel Boxed Processors. For more information, you can access the following link: Intel® Boxed Processors Three-Year Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions: ***https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000005862/processors.html*** Thank you for choosing Intel!
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