With its revolutionary hybrid design, the Intel Core processor of the 12th generation is a breakthrough in x86 architecture. The hybrid architecture features two types of cores for the first time in a desktop processor: Performance cores (P-cores) and Efficient cores (E-cores), delivering power and efficiency when you need it. Additional features include PCIe 5.0 readiness, DDR5 support, and Intel 7 process technology for higher core density. The Intel Core i7-12700 has 8 P-cores, 4 E-cores, and a total of 20 threads, providing a new level of performance for gaming, creativity, and productivity.
Processor family  | Core i7 12th Gen  | 
Number of processor cores  | 12 -Core | 
Max. TDP  | 180 W | 
Number of threads  | 20 | 
PCI express version (max.)  | 5 | 
Item number  | 17761681 | 
Manufacturer  | Intel | 
Category  | Processors | 
Manufacturer no.  | BX8071512700 | 
Release date  | 4-1-2021 | 
Processor family  | Core i7 12th Gen  | 
Socket  | LGA 1700  | 
Intel Core  | Alder Lake | 
Clock frequency  | 2.10 GHz | 
Max. turbo clock rate  | 4.90 GHz | 
Number of processor cores  | 12 -Core | 
Number of threads  | 20 | 
Number of efficiency cores  | 4 -Core | 
Lithography  | 10 nm | 
Max. TDP  | 180 W | 
L2 Cache  | 12000 kB | 
L3 Cache  | 25 MB | 
PCI express version (max.)  | 5 | 
Processor design  | 64-bit  | 
AMD Technologies  | AMD Cool'n'Quiet, AMD Dual Dynamic Power Management, AMD Turbo Core Technology  | 
Intel technologies  | Turbo Boost Technology  | 
Onboard graphics  | Yes | 
Graphics card model  | UHD Graphics 770  | 
DirectX version  | 12 | 
Max. connected monitors  | 4 x | 
Clock frequency  | 300 MHz | 
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency  | 300 MHz | 
Memory channels  | Dual-Channel  | 
Memory type  | DDR4-RAM | 
Max. memory (RAM)  | 128 GB | 
Country of origin  | China  | 
Manufacturer commitment  | RE100  | 
Manufacturer compensation  | According to RE100, the manufacturer Intel fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. | 
CO₂-Emission  | |
Climate contribution  | 
Scope of delivery  | Chillers, Processor  | 
Length  | 13.90 cm | 
Width  | 10.70 cm | 
Height  | 11.20 cm | 
Weight  | 456 g | 
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