The Intel® Core™ i5 12600K 10 Core 4.9GHz CPU (BX8071512600K) is a high-performance desktop processor engineered on Intel’s innovative 12th generation architecture. Purpose-built to power mid-tier gaming setups, streaming configurations, and demanding multitasking systems, it utilizes the advanced LGA1700 platform to deliver a highly responsive and high-bandwidth processing foundation for modern computer configurations.
Equipped with a revolutionary hybrid core architecture featuring 10 physical cores (6 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores) and 16 processing threads, this unlocked processor handles intensive application demands, everyday productivity, and modern high-frame-rate gaming pipelines fluidly. It operates with a 3.7 GHz base clock speed and reaches up to a 4.9 GHz maximum turbo frequency, backed by a 29.5MB total cache layout consisting of 9.5MB L2 and 20MB of Intel Smart Cache. Running at a 125W 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 770 engine driven by Intel Xe architecture.
Core Architecture: modern CPU design optimised for gaming, productivity, and multi‑threaded workloads.
Clock Performance: strong base and boost frequencies delivering responsive system behaviour.
Supported Motherboard Chipsets: Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, and H610 chipsets.
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 recommending the ideal type of thermal solution from our range of air and AIO liquid coolers.
$329.00
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| Weight | .2 kg |
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| Dimensions | 12 × 12 × 5 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 | BX8071512600K |
| Architecture | Intel “Alder Lake” Architecture |
| Cores / Threads | 10 Cores (6 P-cores + 4 E-cores) / 16 Threads |
| Base / Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz / 4.9 GHz |
| Cache | 9.5MB L2 / 20MB L3 |
| TDP | 125W (228W Max Turbo Power) |
| PCIe Support | PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 |
| Memory Support | DDR5 or DDR4 |
| Integrated Graphics | Yes |
| Socket Compatibility | LGA1700 |
| Supported Motherboard Chipsets | Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, and H610 chipsets |
| Included Cooler | Not Included |
| What’s Included | CPU and documentation |
