Intel Core i5-12500

The Intel Core i5-12500 packs 6 cores and 12 threads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the LGA1700 socket with a 65W TDP — about 10.8W per core. 18MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 3GHz base to 4.6GHz boost.

Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP. Expect to pay around $175.99, which lands it among mid-range options. 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.