Intel Core i5-12400F
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 6C / 12T
Clock: 2.5 - 4.4 GHz
Socket: LGA1700
TDP: 65W
Price: $159.05 from Newegg
Intel Core i5-12400F
Cores
6C / 12T
Clock
2.5 - 4.4 GHz
Socket
LGA1700
TDP
65W
Best price from Newegg
$159.05
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Overview
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 $159.05 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to keep a running tally of the cost. 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.
| 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 | None |
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