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title: "i7-12700K"
brand: "intel"
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reviews_count: 11
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# Up to 5.0 GHz Turbo Boost 125W Power Efficiency 12 Hybrid Cores (8P+4E) i7-12700K

**Brand:** intel
**Price:** $U26756
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Power Your Play, Own the Future!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** i7-12700K by intel
- **How much does it cost?** $U26756 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/373098394-i7-12700k)

## Best For

- intel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted intel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Blazing Turbo Speeds:** Experience lightning-fast 5.0 GHz clock speeds that keep your gaming and multitasking buttery smooth.
- • **Hybrid Core Powerhouse:** 12-core architecture (8 performance + 4 efficiency) optimizes every workload for peak responsiveness.
- • **Next-Gen Compatibility:** Ready for Intel 600 & 700 series motherboards with LGA1700 socket for future-proof builds.
- • **Unlocked for Overclocking:** Push your system beyond limits with unlocked architecture designed for enthusiasts and pros.
- • **Integrated UHD 770 Graphics:** Seamlessly handle everyday graphics tasks or troubleshoot without a dedicated GPU.

## Overview

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a cutting-edge desktop processor featuring 12 hybrid cores (8 performance + 4 efficiency) and turbo speeds up to 5.0 GHz. With integrated Intel UHD 770 graphics and unlocked overclocking capabilities, it delivers exceptional gaming and multitasking performance. Compatible with Intel 600 and 700 series chipsets via the LGA1700 socket, this 125W processor balances power and efficiency for high-end desktop builds.

## Description

Intel® Processors for All That You DoIntel sets the industry standard for processor innovation and performance, powering laptops, desktops, workstations and servers-for business and personal use, immersive gaming, content creation, IoT, Artificial Intelligence, and more. Explore the range of options here.Chipset Compatibility: Find compatible motherboards by accessing the Intel® Product Compatibility Tool, click Desktop and Workstation Processors , and choose the processor to find available compatible motherboards and other related information.

Review: Excellent performance for gaming and productivity - The Intel Core i7-12700K is an outstanding processor that delivers impressive performance across the board. With its mix of performance and efficiency cores, everything feels fast and responsive—from gaming to multitasking and content creation. Games run smoothly with high frame rates, and demanding applications handle easily without slowdowns. The integrated graphics are a nice bonus for troubleshooting or running a system without a dedicated GPU initially. Being unlocked also gives flexibility for overclocking if you want to push performance further. Pair it with a good cooler, and thermals stay well under control. Overall, this CPU offers great value for its performance level and is a fantastic choice for a high-end gaming or workstation build. Highly recommended!
Review: An Intel Quality CPU That Works Great! - I decided a few months ago that it was time to build a new home computer and rather than salvage parts from several of my computers and boxes of old still working parts, a ground up build would be my goal this time. Lots of research, and looking at specs for builds using the Intel CPU platform, lead me to purchase the Intel Core i7-12700K Gaming Desktop Processor with Integrated Graphics. Typically, I don't buy the latest and greatest computer components. I tend to prefer purchasing items after the bugs are worked out, and the prices drop to a point that I feel the value to component reliability is aligned with what my intended use for the item is. I'm not a big gamer, though I do run X-Plane at the max setting and this CPU handles the workload great, and the CPU is always in a very safe range with the cooling system and other support components I chose for this build. This is my fourth Intel based system build and will likely not be my last. The Intel Core i7-12700K is perfect for my needs and has proven reliable to date!

## Features

- Built for the Next Generation of Gaming. Game and multitask without compromise powered by Intel’s performance hybrid architecture on an unlocked processor.
- Integrated Intel UHD 770 Graphics
- Compatible with Intel 600 series and 700 series chipset-based motherboards
- Intel Core i7 3.60 GHz processor offers more cache space and the hyper-threading architecture delivers high performance for demanding applications with better onboard graphics and faster turbo boost
- The processor features Socket LGA-1700 socket for installation on the PCB
- 25 MB of L3 cache to boost the instruction processing and system performance
- Intel 7 Architecture enables improved performance per watt and micro architecture makes it power-efficient

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09FXNVDBJ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #49 in Computer CPU Processors |
| Brand | Intel |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (3,799) |
| Date First Available | October 27, 2021 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.57 x 1.73 x 3.98 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.82 ounces |
| Item model number | BX8071512700K |
| Language | French |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Number of Processors | 1 |
| Processor | 3.6 GHz core_i7 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Product Dimensions | 4.57 x 1.73 x 3.98 inches |
| Series | Core i7 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Intel
- **CPU Manufacturer:** Intel
- **CPU Model:** Core i7
- **CPU Socket:** LGA 1700
- **CPU Speed:** 3.6 GHz

## Images

![i7-12700K - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NlTpm+7KL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this include the coooling fan?**
A: No, it doesn’t

**Q: What's the difference between i7 12700k and i7 12700kF ?**
A: KF -unlocked without integrated gpu  (igpu)
K - unlocked with igpu

**Q: hi!  i have an intel core 2370m, socket 988b rpga,hm76,2.40ghz,35w. wich upgrade of processor i7 is compatible? tell me the best option, thanks!**
A: Your CPU is a second generation processor from 2011. The one listed here is a 12th generation product.  The only compatible newer CPU are the 3rd generation that was discontinued 7 years ago.  There are some Core i7-3632QM on eBay that is compatible.  Good luck.

**Q: What is its intel sku and its exact model. is it model is bx8071512700k?**
A: Yes it is BX8071512700K

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent performance for gaming and productivity
*by S***H on January 19, 2026*

The Intel Core i7-12700K is an outstanding processor that delivers impressive performance across the board. With its mix of performance and efficiency cores, everything feels fast and responsive—from gaming to multitasking and content creation. Games run smoothly with high frame rates, and demanding applications handle easily without slowdowns. The integrated graphics are a nice bonus for troubleshooting or running a system without a dedicated GPU initially. Being unlocked also gives flexibility for overclocking if you want to push performance further. Pair it with a good cooler, and thermals stay well under control. Overall, this CPU offers great value for its performance level and is a fantastic choice for a high-end gaming or workstation build. Highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Intel Quality CPU That Works Great!
*by D***0 on July 23, 2025*

I decided a few months ago that it was time to build a new home computer and rather than salvage parts from several of my computers and boxes of old still working parts, a ground up build would be my goal this time. Lots of research, and looking at specs for builds using the Intel CPU platform, lead me to purchase the Intel Core i7-12700K Gaming Desktop Processor with Integrated Graphics. Typically, I don't buy the latest and greatest computer components. I tend to prefer purchasing items after the bugs are worked out, and the prices drop to a point that I feel the value to component reliability is aligned with what my intended use for the item is. I'm not a big gamer, though I do run X-Plane at the max setting and this CPU handles the workload great, and the CPU is always in a very safe range with the cooling system and other support components I chose for this build. This is my fourth Intel based system build and will likely not be my last. The Intel Core i7-12700K is perfect for my needs and has proven reliable to date!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No need i9 just yet, stable i7 is a steel, more than enough in 2025. . . . .
*by B***E on August 13, 2025*

Intel Core i7-12700K Gaming Desktop Processor with Integrated Graphics and 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W Recent issues with 13th and 14th Gen CPUs shouldn't deter you from considering a 12th Gen. Unlike its newer counterparts, the 12th Gen is not affected by the performance problems, needs for updates, etc. This CPU is an amazing blend of power and efficiency. It delivers strong performance for gaming, productivity, and everyday tasks without the need for a high-end liquid coolers, but can't hurt. ;-) Best of all, its price-to-performance ratio is outstanding, making it feel like a genuine steal. I can't recommend this Intel Core i7-12700K at 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset enough.

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