Intel Core i9-12900F

Release & Generation

• Release date: January 2022
• CPU generation name: 12th Generation (Alder Lake)
• Context: Introduced Intel's hybrid architecture combining high-performance and high-efficiency cores.

Core Configuration & Speeds

• 8 Performance-cores + 8 Efficiency-cores = 16 cores / 24 threads
• Total cache: 30MB Intel Smart Cache (L3) + 14MB L2 cache
• Max turbo/boost clock: Up to 5.1 GHz
• Base or rated power (TDP/base power): 65W Processor Base Power (PBP) / 202W Maximum Turbo Power (MTP)

Memory Support

• Supports DDR5 (up to 4800 MT/s) and DDR4 (up to 3200 MT/s)

Socket

• Socket: LGA 1700
• Compatibility: Compatible with Intel 600 and 700 series chipset motherboards

Variants

• i9-12900F (Current): Standard model; lacks integrated graphics; locked multiplier (no overclocking)
• i9-12900: Standard model; includes Intel UHD 770 integrated graphics; locked multiplier
• i9-12900K: Enthusiast model; includes integrated graphics; unlocked multiplier for overclocking; higher base/boost clock speeds and power target
• i9-12900KF: Overclockable model; lacks integrated graphics; unlocked multiplier
• i9-12900T: Power-optimized variant; features a significantly lower 35W base power for small form-factor or low-heat builds
• i9-12900KS: Special Edition flagship; features the highest factory clock speeds (up to 5.5 GHz) and highest power consumption