Intel Core i5-12400
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 2.5 - 4.4 GHz
Socket: LGA1700
TDP: 65W
Price: $215.99 from Newegg

Intel Core i5-12400
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
2.5 - 4.4 GHz
Socket
LGA1700
TDP
65W
Best price from Newegg
$215.99
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Overview
The Intel Core i5-12400 brings 6 cores and 12 threads. It drops into the LGA1700 socket with a 65W TDP — about 10.8W per core. Clocks run from 2.5GHz base to 4.4GHz boost. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. 18MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Its $215.99 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Alder Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |



