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Intel Core i5 Alder Lake i5-12600KF BOX (BX8071512600KF)

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2021DDR5multithreadingunlocked multiplierTurbo modePCI-E 5.0
i5-12400 BOXi5-12400 OEMi5-12400F BOXi5-12400F OEMi5-12500 BOXi5-12500 OEMi5-12600 BOXi5-12600 OEMi5-12600K BOXi5-12600KF BOXi5-12600KF OEMi5-12600K OEM
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SeriesCore i5
Code nameAlder Lake
SocketIntel LGA 1700
Lithography10 nm
In boxBOX (no cooler)
Cores and Threads
Cores10 cores
Performance6 cores
Efficient4 cores
Threads16 threads
Multithreading
Speed
Performance-core Base3.7 GHz
Efficient-core Base2.8 GHz
Performance-core Max4.9 GHz
Efficient-core Max3.6 GHz
Cache
L3 cache20 MB
Specs
IGPis absent
TDP125 W
Thermal Dissipation Max(TDP)150 W
InstructionSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Free multiplier
PCI Express5.0
Max. operating temperature100 °С
Passmark CPU Mark27397 score(s)
Memory
Max. RAM128 GB
Max. DDR4 speed3200 MHz
Max. DDR5 speed4800 MHz
Channels2
Official Websiteark.intel.com
Added to E-CatalogOctober 2021
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BX8071512600KF

Hybrid architecture, which implies a combination of high-performance (Performance-cores) and energy-efficient (Efficient-core) cores. Support for DDR5 standard and PCI Express 5.0 interface.
Performance-cores are high-performance cores capable of simultaneously executing up to two computation threads. Efficient-core — energy-efficient cores do not support Hyper-Threading and are designed to handle background workloads.
The information in the model description is for reference purposes.
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Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)N/AIntel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) continues f... morerom the existing support for IA-32 (VT-x) and Itanium processor (VT-i) virtualization adding new support for I/O-device virtualization. Intel VT-d can help end users improve security and reliability of the systems and also improve performance of I/O devices in virtualized environments.N/AN/AIntel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)N/AIntel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) allows one hardware platform to function as multiple virtual platforms. It offers improved manageability by limiting downtime and maintaining productivity by isolating computing activities into separate partitions.N/AN/AIntel 64N/AIntel 64 architecture delivers 64-bit computing on server workstation desktop and mobile platforms when combined with supporting software. Intel 64 architecture improves performance by allowing systems to address more than 4 GB of both virtual and physical memory.N/AN/ACacheN/ACPU Cache is an area of fast memory located on the processor. Intel Smart Cache refers to the architecture that allows all cores to dynamically share access to the last level cache.N/AN/AIntel AES New InstructionsN/AIntel AES New Instructions (Intel AES-NI) are a set of instructions that enable fast and secure data encryption and decryption. AES-NI are valuable for a wide range of cryptographic applications for example: applications that perform bulk encryption/decryption authentication random number generation and authenticated encryption.N/AN/AIdle StatesN/AIdle States (C-states) are used to save power when the processor is idle. C0 is the operational state meaning that the CPU is doing useful work. C1 is the first idle state C2 the second and so on where more power saving actions are taken for numerically higher C-states.N/AN/AIntel Turbo Boost TechnologyN/AIntel Turbo Boost Technology dynamically increases the processor's frequency as needed by taking advantage of thermal and power headroom to give you a burst of speed when you need it and increased energy efficiency when you dont.N/AN/AMax Turbo FrequencyN/AMax Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel Turbo Boost Technology and if present Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz) or billion cycles per second.N/AN/AExecute Disable BitN/AExecute Disable Bit is a hardware-based security feature that can reduce exposure to viruses and malicious-code attacks and prevent harmful software from executing and propagating on the server or network.N/AN/AIntel Hyper-Threading TechnologyN/AIntel Hyper-Threading Technology (Intel HT Technology) delivers two processing threads per physical core. Highly threaded applications can get more work done in parallel completing tasks sooner.N/AN/AInstruction SetN/AAn instruction set refers to the basic set of commands and
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Hybrid 16-thread processor with unlocked multiplier

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a powerful and modern 16-thread processor that is ideal for mid-range gaming PCs. Unlike the younger Core i5 models, this model uses a hybrid structure with 6 high-performance P-cores and 4 energy-efficient E-cores. Powerful P-cores support multi-threading and are used in games and resource-intensive applications, while E-cores handle background processes and less demanding applications.

Performance on par with Ryzen 7 5700X

Despite being the most affordable hybrid chip in the Alder Lake lineup, the Core i5-12600KF can compete with many popular models from the past. It often outperforms the Ryzen 5 5600X in games, especially those that use multi-threaded processing. When compared to the Ryzen 7 5700X, the Core i5-12600KF shows similar levels of performance but is better suited for gaming, while the Ryzen 7 is more focused on work tasks.

PCI-E 5.0 bus and DDR5 memory support

The advantage of the Intel processor is support for DDR4/DDR5 memory and PCI-E 5.0 bus, which makes it more modern. Thanks to the current socket, the potential owner will be able to replace the processor with a newer Core i5/i7 in the future without replacing other components. The only drawback is the high TDP (125 to 150 W), which requires efficient cooling.

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