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Processors comparison

Core i7-12700K vs Core i7-12700KF

Specs, platform, power, size and UK prices side by side. Every value comes from the product listing; anything we don't hold is marked unknown.

Intel 12 Core i7 12700K Alder Lake Unlocked CPU/Processor
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Core i7-12700K
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Intel 12 Core i7 12700KF Alder Lake CPU/Processor
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Core i7-12700KF
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Key differences

  • Both use the LGA 1700 socket. Check a motherboard's CPU support list before swapping one for the other; older boards can need a BIOS update.
  • The Core i7-12700K has integrated graphics; the Core i7-12700KF needs a graphics card to show a picture.

Performance

We don't have measured benchmark results for these parts yet, and we don't publish estimated scores. Specs like core count, clock speed and video memory are a guide, not a measure of speed in games or apps.

Specifications

SpecificationCore i7-12700KCore i7-12700KF
Platform
SocketDecides which motherboards the processor fits.LGA 1700LGA 1700
Memory supportDDR4, DDR5DDR4, DDR5
ArchitectureAlder LakeAlder Lake
SeriesIntel Core i7Intel Core i7
Cores and clocks
Cores1212
Threads2020
Max boost clock4.9 GHz4.9 GHz
Power and cooling
Rated TDPThe maker's thermal design rating, not measured power draw.125 W125 W
Cooler in the boxUnknownUnknown
Features
Integrated graphicsWithout it you need a graphics card to get a picture.YesNo

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