The Intel® Core™ i5 12400 6 Core 4.4GHz CPU (BX8071512400) is a highly efficient mainstream desktop processor engineered on Intel’s innovative 12th generation architecture. Purpose-built to power everyday desktop setups, versatile gaming configurations, and fluid home office builds, it utilizes the advanced LGA1700 platform to deliver a highly responsive and high-bandwidth processing foundation for modern computer setups.
Equipped with 6 physical performance cores and 12 processing threads, this processor handles standard application demands, everyday multitasking, and mainstream gaming pipelines fluidly. It operates with a 2.5 GHz base clock speed and reaches up to a 4.4 GHz maximum turbo frequency, backed by a 25.5MB total cache layout consisting of 7.5MB L2 and 18MB of Intel Smart Cache. Running at an efficient 65W processor base power, it provides native support for high-bandwidth DDR4 or DDR5 system memory options, delivers up to 20 lanes of combined PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 connectivity, and features an integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 engine for clear display capability without a separate card.
Supported Motherboard Chipsets: Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, and H610 chipsets.
Clock Performance: strong 2.5 GHz base and 4.4 GHz max turbo frequencies delivering responsive system behaviour.
Integrated Graphics Output: built-in Intel UHD Graphics 730 providing display capability without a separate card.
Memory & PCIe Support: compatibility with DDR4/DDR5 memory and PCIe connectivity for next‑generation GPUs and NVMe storage.
In‑Store Advice: We can help you confirm motherboard compatibility, BIOS requirements, VRM suitability, and ideal cooling solutions for your chosen CPU.
Local Support & Advice: Our Charmhaven technicians can assist with memory pairing, fan‑curve tuning, integrated graphics setup, and ensuring stable performance in Australian summer conditions.
$269.00
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| Weight | .5 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 11 × 13 × 9 cm |
Compatibility: Requires a motherboard with the correct socket (AM4, AM5, LGA1200, LGA1700, or LGA1851), appropriate BIOS version, and adequate power delivery for the CPU’s thermal profile.
Local Support: Our team can assist with installation, thermal paste application, cooler mounting, and verifying case clearance for air or liquid cooling.
| Feature | Specification |
| Model Number | BX8071512400 |
| Architecture | Intel “Alder Lake” Architecture |
| Cores / Threads | 6 Cores / 12 Threads |
| Base / Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz / 4.4 GHz |
| Cache | 7.5MB L2 / 18MB L3 |
| TDP | 65W (117W Max Turbo Power) |
| PCIe Support | PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 |
| Memory Support | DDR5 or DDR4 |
| Integrated Graphics | Yes |
| Socket Compatibility | AM4 / AM5 / LGA1200 / LGA1700 / LGA1851 |
| Included Cooler | Included |
| What’s Included | CPU and documentation |
