Intel Core i5-12600KF vs Intel Core i7-990X Extreme Edition
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and the Intel Core i7-990X Extreme Edition. We line up every specification, highlight the winner of each, and tally an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu / processor is right for your build.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 125W | 130W |
| Cores | 10 | 6 |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1366 |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB | 12 MB |
| Threads | 10 | 12 |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.467 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 3.467 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Alder Lake | Westmere |
| Integrated Graphics | None | None |
Intel Core i5-12600KF
5
specs won
Intel Core i7-990X Extreme Edition
1
spec won
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