Intel Core i9-12900KF
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 16C / 16T
Clock: 3.2 - 5.2 GHz
Socket: LGA1700
TDP: 125W
Price: $309.99 from Amazon

Intel Core i9-12900KF
Cores
16C / 16T
Clock
3.2 - 5.2 GHz
Socket
LGA1700
TDP
125W
Best price from Amazon
$309.99
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Overview
The Intel Core i9-12900KF brings 16 cores and 16 threads. Clocks run from 3.2GHz base to 5.2GHz boost. It drops into the LGA1700 socket with a 125W TDP — about 7.8W per core. 30MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads.
Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP. Its $309.99 price tag places it squarely in high-end territory. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 125 W |
| CPU Cores | 16 |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB |
| Threads | 16 |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Alder Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | None |





