Intel processor

Intel Core i9-12900KF Processor

Intel Core i9-12900KF Processor is a 16-core, 24-thread desktop processor for FCLGA1700, with up to 5.2 GHz turbo frequency.

12th Generation Intel Core i9 ProcessorsFCLGA1700Golden CoveGracemontDesktop

Key Metrics

Release
2021-Q4
Cores / threads
16 / 24
Boost
5.2 GHz
L3 cache
30 MB
Memory
DDR5 / DDR4
Power
125 W

Intel Core i9-12900KF Processor is an exact Alder Lake desktop model with 8 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores. Intel Processor Base Power and Maximum Turbo Power remain separate where both are specified. Socket matching alone does not establish motherboard or firmware support.

Core topology
RoleArchitectureCoresThreads/coreBase MHzBoost MHzCondition
performanceintel-golden-cove8232005100Intel Performance-core frequency domain.
efficiencyintel-gracemont8124003900Intel Efficient-core frequency domain.
Memory support
StandardMaximum MT/sConditionChannelsECC
DDR54800Intel official maximum.2
DDR43200Intel official maximum.2
Declared power
TypeWattsProfileNotes
Intel Processor Base Power125baseVendor specification.
Intel Maximum Turbo Power241turboDistinct from base power.
Integrated graphics
StateModelArchitectureUnitCountBoost MHz
absentGraphics disabled00
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