Built for the Next Generation of Gaming
The 12th Generation of Intel Core Processors are here! The i5-12600K allows you to compete with confidence or get immersed in new worlds with a revolutionary processor architecture that focuses on what matters more - Gaming! This processor is unlocked and overclockable for you to be able to unleash extreme performance. The 12th Generations CPU's are compatible with most 600 series motherboards and support PCIe Gen 5, you can also take advantage of DDR5 memory and great features like Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0.
Performance That Puts Gaming First
Intel's new performance hybrid architecture integrates two core families into a single CPU, keeping everything in your gaming universe running smoothly. The Intel Thread Director prioritses and manages workloads, sending tasks to the best core for the job.
6 Performance Cores
P-cores are built for performance across single and lightly-threaded workloads, enhancing activities like gaming and productivity.
4 Efficient Cores
E-cores are optimized for multi-threaded performance, minimizing interruptions from secondary tasks.
Ready For What's Next
The new processor architecture is also compatible with the latest platform innovations, giving you performance improvements throughout your PC. Support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 for high-performance components like memory and graphics.
Best-In-Class Connectivity
Thunderbolt 4 and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6/6E (Gig+) deliver fast transfer speeds and connections to peripherals.
Streamlined Overclocking
Separate overclocking controls for both types of cores gives you nuanced personalization.
Note - Does not include a heatsink and fan
Note - Compatible with 6xx chipset Socket LGA 1700 boards only. Requires LGA1700 supported cooler or modification kit for an existing cooler - previous Intel LGA 11xx / 12xx coolers do not fit.
Processor - i5-12600K
Socket - LGA1700
Number of Cores - 6 Performance Cores, 4 Efficient Cores
Number of Threads - 16 Total
Clock Speed - 3.9Ghz
Max Turbo Frequency - 4.90 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency - 4.90 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency - 3.60 GHz
Performance-core Base Frequency - 3.70 GHz
Efficient-core Base Frequency - 2.80 GHz
Cache 20MB
Lithography / Manufacturing Process - 10nm
Memory - Dual Channel DDR5-4800, Dual Channel DDR4-3200
Integrated Graphics - Yes, Intel UHD Graphics 770
Graphics Frequency - 300 - 1450Mhz
Number of Displays Supported - 4
Intel Virtualisation Technology - VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Max TDP - 125W
Part Code - BX8071512600K
Includes Cooler - No, purchase a separate cooler (requires LGA1700 Compatible cooler)
CPU Cores / Threads:
6 Perf Cores / 4 Effi Cores
Included Graphics:
Processor Includes Graphics
