Intel - Core i9-12900K Desktop Processor 16 (8P+8E) Cores up to 5.2 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W - Grey/Black/Gold
- Key Specs
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1700 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 5.0, PCI Express 4.0
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.2 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 5.1 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 16-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 24 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5, DDR4
- L3 Cache: 30 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Processor Base Power: 125 watts
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Processor Generation/Series: 12th Generation
- General
- Product Name: Core i9-12900K Desktop Processor 16 (8P+8E) Cores up to 5.2 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W
- Brand: Intel
- Processor Model Number: 12900K
- Processor Collection: Core i9
- Processor Generation/Series: 12th Generation
- Model Number: BX8071512900K
- Year of Release: 2021
- Color: Grey/Black/Gold
- Compatibility
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1700 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- PCI Express Configuration: PCIe Gen 5 x16, PCIe Gen 5 x8
- PCI Express Lanes (Total): 20
- PCI Express Version: PCI Express 5.0, PCI Express 4.0
- Processor Instruction Set: 64-bit
- Performance
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.2 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 5.1 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 16-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 24 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: true
- Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 128 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5, DDR4
- Number of Memory Channels Supported: 2
- Cache Level: L3 (The cache stores data that the CPU needs to access quickly in order to complete tasks. Each level is ranked according to priority of access; Level 1 (L1) cache stores data that the CPU needs to access first. L1 cache is also the fastest but holds the least amount of data, with each following level decreasing in speed but increasing in capacity.)
- L3 Cache: 30 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Features
- Processor Type: Desktop
- RAID Support: None (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
- Power
- Processor Base Power: 125 watts
- Processor Boost Power: 241 watts
- Graphics
- Integrated Graphics: false (Device has a built-in graphics processing unit.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 Year Limited
- Warranty - Labor: 3 Year Limited
- Other
- UPC: 735858499613
12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900K unlocked desktop processor. Featuring Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5.0 & 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, unlocked 12th Gen Intel Core desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators and help deliver high performance overclocking for an added boost. Thermal solution NOT included in the box. Compatible with 600 series chipset based motherboards. 125W.
- Intel 12th Gen Core i9: Unlocked 12th Gen Intel Core desktop processors are optimized for enthusiast gamers and serious creators.
- Chipset Compatability: Intel 600 Series Chipset
- Processor Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 770
- Intel Smart Cache (L3) Size: 30MB
- PCIe Support: PCIe Gen 4.0 Support
- Dupported Motherboard: Compatible with Intel 600 series chipset based motherboards
Whats Included
- Core i9-12900K Desktop Processor 16 (8P+8E) Cores up to 5.2 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W
- User documentation
A: Bots and scalpers... Or they never had any in the first place. Friggin best buy...
Q: Does this need a graphics card? And if it doesn't once I get one I can still use it with one right?
A: Hello there. Thank you for your question. This 12Th Generation Intel® Core™ i9-12900K Processor comes with integrated graphics Intel® UHD Graphics 770. These integrated processor graphics share the capacity of the RAM of your system to work with other system processes. If you can pair this processor with a dedicated graphics card, you can get the best gaming experience since this processor comes with 16 cores, 24 threads and can reach up to 5.20 GHz. Thank you for choosing Intel!
Q: Will this fit in my Commodore 64? Thanks
A: Hi, Eric. The Intel® Core™ i9-12900K Processor is compatible with a form factor FCLGA1700. We recommend checking compatibility with the manufacturer of your device. Here is a list of compatible motherboards for this processor. [ https://compatibleproducts.intel.com/ProductDetails?activeModule=Desktop%20Processors&pcsr_num=i9-12900K ]. Thank you for choosing Intel®
A: Online only for now as far as i can tell. Theyll eventually have in person ordering and voucher system you just need to wait probably
A: No. Sorry.
Q: When will the pre orders be available
A: No Preorders.
Q: Does this product come with thermal paste or do i need to buy my own
A: Buy your own but you could try the new kryo sheet some people says that it’s better than thermal paste
Q: can I use ssd with this cpu it does not say
A: CPUs don't determine what kind of hard disk you can use. That's all on the motherboard connections. This is a 12th gen and most 12th gen motherboards are SATA and can use any SSD as well as M2 which is actually faster. So the answer to your question is check the motherboard you want to put this in.
