Intel Core i5-12400F
IntelbeginnerBest Valueall critical fields sourced
Specifications
| socket | lga1700 | high confidence |
| cores | 6 | high confidence |
| threads | 12 | unsourced detail |
| boost ghz | 4.4 | unsourced detail |
| tdp w | 65 | unsourced detail |
| integrated graphics | no | unsourced detail |
| x3d cache | no | unsourced detail |
Best for
- Cheapest credible gaming CPU in the crisis era (~$116; needs discrete GPU)
Not ideal for
- Future upgrades (LGA1700 is end-of-line); iGPU-only builds (F = no graphics)
Ecosystem fit
DDR4 (compatible)DDR5 (compatible)Intel LGA1700 (native)
Sources (3)
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- primaryPangoly — i5-12400F price history (~$116 best)review · medium
- cores6C/12T per Best Buyretailer · high
- socketLGA1700 per Best Buyretailer · high