--- product_id: 372868015 title: "Intel® Core™ i7-12700KF Desktop Processor 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W" brand: "intel" price: "£353.53" currency: GBP in_stock: true category: "Intel" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/372868015-intel-core-i7-12700kf-desktop-processor-12-8p-4e-cores store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Up to 5.0 GHz Turbo Boost Intel 7 Architecture Power Efficiency 12 (8P+4E) Hybrid Cores for Multitasking Intel® Core™ i7-12700KF Desktop Processor 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W **Brand:** intel **Price:** £353.53 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Elevate your rig with the i7-12700KF — where power meets precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Intel® Core™ i7-12700KF Desktop Processor 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W by intel - **How much does it cost?** £353.53 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/372868015-intel-core-i7-12700kf-desktop-processor-12-8p-4e-cores) ## 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:** Push your desktop to 5.0 GHz for lightning-fast responsiveness and seamless gaming. - • **Hybrid Core Powerhouse:** 12 cores (8 Performance + 4 Efficiency) deliver unmatched multitasking and productivity. - • **Massive Cache for Speed:** 37 MB combined L2+L3 cache ensures rapid data access for demanding applications and gaming. - • **Next-Gen Power Efficiency:** Intel 7 microarchitecture balances high performance with smart power consumption. - • **Unlocked for Ultimate Control:** Overclock with ease on compatible Intel 600 & 700 series motherboards to maximize performance. ## Overview The Intel® Core™ i7-12700KF is a 12-core (8 performance + 4 efficiency) desktop processor featuring up to 5.0 GHz turbo boost, unlocked for overclocking on LGA1700 socket motherboards with Intel 600 and 700 series chipsets. Built on Intel 7 architecture, it offers 37 MB combined cache and 125W power efficiency, delivering top-tier performance for gaming, multitasking, and demanding professional workloads. ## 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. ## Features - Built for the Next Generation of Gaming. Game and multitask without compromise powered by Intel’s performance hybrid architecture on an unlocked processor. - Discrete graphics required - 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 Socket LGA-1700 socket allows processor to be placed on the PCB without soldering - 12 MB L2 and 25 MB L3 cache offers supreme performance for computation intensive apps - Intel 7 Architecture enables improved performance per watt and micro architecture makes it power-efficient ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09FXKHN7M | | Best Sellers Rank | #29 in Computer CPU Processors | | Brand | Intel | | Built-In Media | Intel Core i7 i7-12700KF Dodeca-core (12 Core) 3.60 GHz Processor | SKU | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 25 | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,190) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00735858498982 | | Item Dimensions L x W | 5"L x 4"W | | Item Type Name | Processor | | Item Weight | 50 Grams | | Manufacturer | Intel | | Mfr Part Number | BX8071512700KF | | Model Number | BX8071512700KF | | Platform | Windows | | Processor Brand | Intel | | Processor Core Count | 12 | | Processor Count | 12 | | Processor Number of Concurrent Threads | 20 | | Processor Series | Core i7 | | Processor Socket | LGA 1700 | | Processor Speed | 3.6 GHz | | Secondary Cache | 25 MB | | UPC | 735858498982 | | Warranty Description | Box: 3 Year Limited Tray: 1 Year Limited | | Wattage | 125 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Intel - **CPU Manufacturer:** Intel - **CPU Model:** Core i7 - **CPU Socket:** LGA 1700 - **CPU Speed:** 3.6 GHz ## Images ![Intel® Core™ i7-12700KF Desktop Processor 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AqEkc2BuL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: can use 12700kf without gpu to plug monitor?** A: NO IF U WANT TO USE THE 12 GEN WITHOUT GPU YOU SHOULD BUY (12700K ) WITHOUT (F) . (F) MEANING NO GPU IN THE CPU **Q: Will this work on a z370 sli/ac motherboard?** A: You need an H670 or Z690 at the moment, z370 is three generations behind, it's also an 1151 socket not 1700 **Q: I have the (relatively new) hp envy 10th generation intel core i7 (2.9 ghz, 8 core processor). would this cpu be compatible and simple to change out?** A: These new chips (12Gen Intel) use socket 1700 I think your HP with that 10th gen CPU uses a socket 1200 so they are not interchangeable. **Q: Does it have a big difference in power with 13700kf?** A: Hi there. Thank you for your question. With every new generation, Intel's aim is to provide new technologies and better performance. Here is a comparative chart in which you can find the two Intel® Core™ Processors' main differences marked in blue, so it will make it easy for you to check. [ https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/compare.html?productIds=230489,134594 ]. 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