Intel 12th Gen Core i9-12900K 16 Core Desktop 24 Threads, 3.2GHz up to 5.2GHz Turbo, Alder Lake Socket LGA1700, 30MB Cache, 125W, Maximum Turbo Power 241W, Intel UHD 770 Graphics, No Cooler

Intel® Core™ i9-12900K 12th Gen Desktop Processor (Alder Lake)

The 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900K desktop processor redefines x86 performance with a new performance hybrid architecture. Combining powerful Performance-cores with highly Efficient-cores, it intelligently balances single-threaded speed and multi-threaded throughput for gaming, productivity, and content creation.

With support for PCIe 5.0, DDR5, and advanced Intel® UHD Graphics 770, this processor delivers a premium platform for immersive experiences and next-generation performance.

Key Features

• Performance Hybrid Architecture
• Combines Performance-cores (P-cores) and Efficient-cores (E-cores)

• Delivers balanced single-thread and multi-threaded real-world performance

• Intel® Thread Director

• Helps the OS scheduler intelligently distribute workloads

• Optimizes performance per watt by placing the right thread on the right core

• Next-Generation Connectivity

• PCIe 5.0 up to 16 lanes
  • Readiness for up to 32 GT/s
  • High-bandwidth connections for discrete graphics and storage

• PCIe 4.0 up to 4 lanes

  • Up to 16 GT/s for fast access to peripheral devices and networking

• Advanced Memory Support

• Up to DDR5 4800 MT/s
  • Industry-first memory technology with high bandwidth and throughput

• Up to DDR4 3200 MT/s

  • Supports faster frequencies and higher bandwidth for enhanced productivity

• Enhanced Cache Architecture

• Increased Intel® Smart Cache (L3) and L2 cache sizes

• Large memory capacity and reduced latency for fast game loading and smooth frame rates

• AI and Acceleration Technologies

• Intel® Deep Learning Boost
  • Accelerates AI inference for deep learning workloads

• Gaussian & Neural Accelerator 3.0 (GNA 3.0)

  • Processes AI speech and audio applications, such as neural noise cancellation
  • Frees CPU resources for improved system responsiveness

• Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0

• Identifies the processor’s fastest cores

• Directs critical workloads for maximum performance

• Intel® UHD Graphics 770 (Xe Architecture)

• Rich media and intelligent graphics capabilities
• Enhanced 3D performance and faster image processing

• Visual support for:

  • Up to 8K HDR video in billions of colors
  • Up to 4 simultaneous 4K displays

• Immersive Experiences

• Enhanced noise suppression and background blurring in video with GNA 3.0

• Designed for demanding gaming titles and advanced professional applications

• Overclocking Ready

• Unlocked processor with overclocking features and capabilities
• When paired with Intel® Z690 chipset:
  • P-cores, E-cores, graphics, and memory can be set above standard frequencies

• Advanced tuning via Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU)

• Platform Innovation

• Up to 20 PCIe lanes (16 PCIe 5.0 + 4 PCIe 4.0)
• Enables impressive control and confidence for gaming, work, and creation

Specifications

General

Cores & Threads

Frequencies

Cache & Power

Memory

*Dependent on memory type.

Processor Graphics – Intel® UHD Graphics 770

I/O & Expansion

The Intel® Core™ i9-12900K 12th Gen desktop processor delivers the performance hybrid architecture, advanced graphics, AI acceleration, and platform capabilities you need to game, work, and create with exceptional speed and control.