Intel Core i5-12400F

The Intel Core i5-12400F brings 6 cores and 12 threads. Clocks run from 2.5GHz base to 4.4GHz boost. 18MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1700 socket with a 65W TDP — about 10.8W per core. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

Its $164.59 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.