The Intel Core™ i7-12700 Processor, part of the 12th Generation Intel Core processors, codenamed Alder Lake, delivers exceptional performance for desktop computing. With a total of 12 cores, comprising 8 performance cores and 4 efficient cores, and 20 threads, it provides robust multitasking capabilities. The processor operates at a base frequency of 2.10 GHz for performance cores and 1.60 GHz for efficient cores, with a Max Turbo Frequency of 4.90 GHz, ensuring optimal speed when needed. The 25 MB Intel® Smart Cache enhances overall responsiveness. Supporting up to 128 GB of DDR5 4800 MT/s or DDR4 3200 MT/s memory, it offers flexibility for memory configurations. The integrated Intel® UHD Graphics 770, with a maximum dynamic frequency of 1.50 GHz, provides decent graphics capabilities, supporting up to 4 displays. The chipset is built on Intel's advanced 7nm Lithography, ensuring efficiency with a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 65 W, extendable to 180 W at maximum turbo power. This processor, launched in Q1 2022, marks a significant addition to Intel's lineup, featuring advanced technologies such as Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel® Gaussian & Neural Accelerator 3.0, and Intel® Thread Director for optimized performance. The Intel Core i7-12700 Processor also supports various security features, making it suitable for a range of applications, from gaming to content creation and professional workloads.
