Intel Core i5‑12400F Processor – 6‑Core / 12‑Thread Alder Lake Power

The Intel Core i5‑12400F brings Alder Lake performance to mainstream builds without the cost of integrated graphics. Its six performance cores (12 threads) clock up to 4.4 GHz Turbo, delivering smooth frame‑rates in modern games and rapid responsiveness for everyday multitasking and content creation. Built on the efficient Intel 7 (10 nm) process, the chip runs at a 65 W base power, keeping thermals and power draw in check.

Key Specs	Details
Cores / Threads	6 P‑cores / 12 threads
Base / Boost Clock	2.5 GHz base • up to 4.4 GHz Turbo
Cache	18 MB Intel Smart Cache
Socket	LGA 1700
Memory Support	DDR4‑3200 or DDR5‑4800 (dual‑channel)
PCIe Lanes	PCIe 5.0 ×16 (GPU) + PCIe 4.0 for storage
Graphics	None (dedicated GPU required)
Processor Base Power	65 W

Why choose the i5‑12400F?

Excellent price‑to‑performance: beats many previous‑gen i7 chips in gaming and productivity.
Future‑ready platform: PCIe 5.0 and optional DDR5 pave the way for next‑gen GPUs and faster memory.
Cool and efficient: 65 W base power makes it ideal for compact or budget‑friendly systems.
Easy upgrade path: Drop into any LGA 1700 motherboard with a BIOS that supports 12th‑Gen Intel CPUs.

Pair the i5‑12400F with a mid‑range graphics card and you’ll have a snappy, power‑efficient rig ready for 1080p/1440p gaming, streaming, and creative workloads.