Intel Core i7-12700
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 12C / 12T
Clock: 2.1 - 4.9 GHz
Socket: LGA1700
TDP: 65W
Price: $263.48 from Amazon

Intel Core i7-12700
Cores
12C / 12T
Clock
2.1 - 4.9 GHz
Socket
LGA1700
TDP
65W
Best price from Amazon
$263.48
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Overview
The Intel Core i7-12700 offers 12 cores and 12 threads. 25MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. It drops into the LGA1700 socket with a 65W TDP — about 5.4W per core. Clocks run from 2.1GHz base to 4.9GHz boost. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Expect to pay around $263.48, which lands it among mid-range options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 12 |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Alder Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |




