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Intel - Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W - Grey/Black/Gold

Model:
BX8071512600K
SKU:
6483676
Your price for this item is $60.99
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The comparable value price is $199.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 317 reviews

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are satisfied with the Core i5-12600K's performance and price, frequently citing its excellent performance for the cost and ease of use. Many appreciate its strong gaming capabilities and effective cooling, even during overclocking. While some users noted compatibility issues with certain motherboards, the positive feedback on performance and value significantly outweighs these concerns.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Love it!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really fast, I tend to use it for gaming and schoolwork and it gets the job done.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Movie watcher

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this to upgrade my son's computer. It really moves now. Great purchase

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Not much to say

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works as expected. Quick shipping and fair price as always.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Incredible!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Outstanding middle of the road processor. I was upgrading from an i7 4770 from 2013.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Intel i5

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very solid performer. Supports DDR5. If you are not a gamer you don't need to for I7.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Very good

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best bang for the buck for cpu's. Havent had an issues. Overclock is amazing for this cpu.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    great

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    runs great i upgraded from my I7-10700 and i would highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Best i5 yet

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Honestly the best cpu I have ever purchased in my lifetime

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Great cpu

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was my first build with an intel processor and it worked great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Intel catching up

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing jump in performance from an 8600 i5, this should hold me for the next 5 years.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Solid CPU

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    No issues, solid performance. Don’t forget to grab a cooler; does not come with one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Does the job

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great professor at a decent price. What more is there to say.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Great!!

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    wow! this cpu is almost as fast if not faster than a i7 11700k great value intel

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Its what I would expect from intel.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good budget cpu, performs well in almost everygwme

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Intel I5-12600k

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing CPU!! For the price and the performance you cannot beat it as of now.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Beast for gaming

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best budget gaming CPU i paird it w 3060ti and its a beast for 1080p

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Great for value

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Performa really well with no hiccups good for budget builds

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling

    i5 12600k cpu

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    works great in htpc build and stays very cool with proper heatsink

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Budget beast.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing is a beast, walks circles around my I7-9700k clocked at the same speed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Intel team
      Posted .

      Hello Scott. Thank you for sharing your review! You are right, this processor is definitely a powerhouse and can certainly deliver a very remarkable performance while also providing easy overclocking capabilities.

      Thank you for choosing Intel!

  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Awesome cpu for gaming

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    There is nothing better at this price point for gaming

    I would recommend this to a friend
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