Intel Core i9 i9-12900KF 3.2 GHz 30 MB, LGA 1700 - processor (WOF)

The Intel Core i9-12900KF is a desktop processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, utilizing a hybrid core design. This model features a combination of Performance-cores and Efficient-cores to manage varying workloads by distributing tasks across specialized hardware. This architecture allows for improved efficiency by assigning less demanding tasks to the Efficient-cores. It requires an LGA 1700 motherboard socket and is built using advanced process technology to balance power and efficiency. The processor is designed for high-end systems where multi-threaded performance and high instruction-per-clock rates are primary requirements.

System builders must pair this CPU with a discrete graphics card as the KF designation indicates the absence of integrated graphics. The unit supports modern connectivity standards including high-bandwidth communication for graphics and storage components. It is compatible with multiple memory generations, facilitating diverse build options for memory-intensive applications. This processor does not include a thermal solution in the box, requiring a dedicated cooling system capable of managing the heat generated during operation.

• 16 processor cores and 24 threads
• 3.2 GHz base clock speed
• 5.2 GHz maximum boost speed
• 30 MB Intel Smart Cache
• 7-nanometer manufacturing process
• 125-watt thermal design power
• 128 GB maximum memory capacity
• Dual-channel memory architecture
• DDR4 3200 MHz and DDR5 4800 MHz support
• PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 interface support
• Fourth quarter 2021 launch date
• Boxed packaging without a cooling fan