Power up your productivity, gaming, and content creation experiences by installing the Intel Core i7-12700KF 3.6 GHz 12-Core LGA 1700 Processor into your desktop computer system. Built using a Hybrid Core architecture with the Intel 7 process, this 12th generation desktop processor's 12 cores combine the performance of four Efficient-cores and eight 3.6 GHz Performance-cores. The low-voltage Efficient-cores handle background tasks for multitasking while the Performance-cores provide speed for demanding applications and games. The built-in Intel Thread Director ensures that the two work seamlessly together by dynamically and intelligently assigning workloads to the right core at the right time to maximize performance. Additionally, this processor has a 5 GHz Turbo Boost Max 3.0 frequency with 25MB of cache for fast and reliable performance. The Core i7-12700KF also includes support for up to PCI Express 5.0 and dual-channel DDR5 memory at 4800 MHz to help run and multitask a variety of demanding applications. You can overclock this processor for even greater performance.

The Core i7-12700KF does not include integrated graphics, meaning that users will need to purchase a separate dedicated graphics card. Please note that a thermal solution is NOT included. The processor is compatible with Intel LGA 1700 socket motherboards and is backed by a 3-year warranty.

12 Cores & 20 Threads    3.6 GHz P-Core Clock Speed    5 GHz Maximum Turbo Frequency    LGA 1700 Socket    25MB Cache Memory    ATX Form Factor    Intel Z790 Chipset    4 x Dual-Channel DDR4-5333 (OC)    6 x SATA III, 4 x M.2    PCIe 5.0, 4.0 & 3.0 x16 Slots

Background tasks are handled by the processor's Efficient-cores for multitasking while the Performance-cores provide the speed to handle high-end games and demanding applications.

The Intel Thread Director is built into the CPU's cores, working with the operating system to ensure each of the 20 threads are assigned to the right core at the right time.

This processor supports up to four PCIe 4.0 and sixteen PCIe 5.0 lanes, delivering 20 lanes in total for exceptional data throughput with compatible devices.

Accelerates AI inference to improve performance for deep learning workloads.

Gaussian and Neural Accelerator 3.0 (GNA) technology helps with noise suppression while enhancing background blurring during video chats.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will a Geforce RTX 4080 triple slot card work on this board? In a corsair 5000D case?

A: Yes, you can use a triple slot Geforce RTX 4080 GPU with the MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard in the Corsair 5000D AIRFLOW Mid Tower Desktop Case (Black), B&H # COCC9011210W.

Q: 2. So this comes with thermal paste from B&H? Or is the description incorrect? Because in the box I thought you only got the cooler and cpu

A: The thermal paste is already pre-applied on the cooler by Intel.

Q: 3. Question about the LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard Bundle. In the specs it reads like the motherboard has 4 slots for M.2 SSD. Correct?

A: You are correct, the MSI PRO Z690-A WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard included as a part of the Intel Core i9-12900K 3.2 GHz 16-Core LGA 1700 Processor & MSI PRO Z690-A WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard Bundle does have four M.2 SSD slots.

Q: 4. does it come with a heatsink & fan?

A: This unit BH #IN070110100F does come with a thermal solution.

Q: 5. Does this CPU come with a fan?

A: Stephen, The cooling solution for the Intel Core i3-10100 Boxed Processor will be a stock Heatsink & Fan and is capable of keeping the Processor cool at load temp. Thank you for choosing Intel

Q: 6. Does the BIOS need updated to accept the DDR5 SDRAM? I bought G.SKILL Trident Z5 Series 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5 5600 Intel XMP 3.0 Desktop Memory Model F5-5600U3636C16GX2-TZ5K, and I can't install Windows because I see a memory error when turning on the system. Seems like the BIOS wants DDR4 or 4800 MHz.

A: DDR$ and DDR5 have different pin layouts. They are not interchangeable.

Q: 7. If the Maximum Number of PCIe Lanes is 20, and you add a graphics card, and 1 m.2, can you add 2 more m.2 for 3 total?

A: It would depend on the motherboard. The Intel Core i9-14900K 3.2 GHz 24-Core LGA 1700 Processor has 16 PCIe 5.0 lanes and 4 PCIe 4.0 lanes. If the motherboard has a PCIe 5.0 x 16 slot and 3 PCIe 4.0 m.2 slots, then you will be able to use a graphics card at full x16 bandwidth and three NVMe SSDs. Though, in this configuration, the NVMe SSDs will be limited to PCIe 4.0 x2 and x1 bandwidth.

Q: 8. what is the differnce between this one and Intel Core i9-11900K 3.5 GHz Eight-Core LGA 1200 Processor? from what I can see everything is the same other than 3.6 clock speed for i7 but i9 is 3.5 and 5.2 ghz boost.

A: This model is clock unlocked so the frequency is more variable.

Q: 9. Is the i9-14900K working with i9-13900K bios, since there are no reviews here of this "Top Seller"? Thanks!

A: 14th gen parts such as the Intel Core i9-14900K will require an update to 14th gen BIOS. More information can be found in this article: https://bhpho.to/45JP26B

Q: 10. When coupling this with a 13900K cpu how many pcie lanes will the combination support?

A: The ASUS ProArt Z790-CREATOR WIFI LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard combined with the intel 13900K CPU would have a total of 20 PCIe lanes.