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product_id: 373098394
title: "i7-12700K"
brand: "intel"
price: "C$33293"
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reviews_count: 8
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# Up to 5.0 GHz Turbo Boost 25 MB L3 Cache 12 Cores (8 Performance + 4 Efficiency) i7-12700K

**Brand:** intel
**Price:** C$33293
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Power Your Play & Productivity Like a Pro

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** i7-12700K by intel
- **How much does it cost?** C$33293 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/373098394-i7-12700k)

## Best For

- intel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted intel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Turbocharged Speed:** Experience lightning-fast responsiveness with up to 5.0 GHz turbo boost for peak performance.
- • **Next-Gen Compatibility:** Optimized for Intel 600 & 700 series chipsets with LGA1700 socket for future-proof builds.
- • **Integrated UHD 770 Graphics:** Built-in graphics ensure smooth visuals and reliable backup without a dedicated GPU.
- • **Power-Efficient Architecture:** Intel 7 tech delivers top-tier performance per watt, keeping your system cool and efficient.
- • **Hybrid Powerhouse Performance:** Unlock seamless multitasking and gaming with 12 cores designed for speed and efficiency.

## Overview

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a cutting-edge unlocked desktop processor featuring 12 hybrid cores (8 performance + 4 efficiency) and a turbo boost up to 5.0 GHz. With 25 MB of L3 cache and integrated Intel UHD 770 graphics, it delivers exceptional gaming and multitasking performance. Compatible with Intel 600 and 700 series chipsets via the LGA1700 socket, this 125W CPU balances power and efficiency using Intel's advanced 7nm architecture, making it ideal for high-end gaming rigs and professional workstations.

## Description

Intel® Processors for All That You DoIntel sets the industry standard for processor innovation and performance, powering laptops, desktops, workstations and servers-for business and personal use, immersive gaming, content creation, IoT, Artificial Intelligence, and more. Explore the range of options here.Chipset Compatibility: Find compatible motherboards by accessing the Intel® Product Compatibility Tool, click Desktop and Workstation Processors , and choose the processor to find available compatible motherboards and other related information.

Review: Excellent performance for gaming and productivity - The Intel Core i7-12700K is an outstanding processor that delivers impressive performance across the board. With its mix of performance and efficiency cores, everything feels fast and responsive—from gaming to multitasking and content creation. Games run smoothly with high frame rates, and demanding applications handle easily without slowdowns. The integrated graphics are a nice bonus for troubleshooting or running a system without a dedicated GPU initially. Being unlocked also gives flexibility for overclocking if you want to push performance further. Pair it with a good cooler, and thermals stay well under control. Overall, this CPU offers great value for its performance level and is a fantastic choice for a high-end gaming or workstation build. Highly recommended!
Review: An Intel Quality CPU That Works Great! - I decided a few months ago that it was time to build a new home computer and rather than salvage parts from several of my computers and boxes of old still working parts, a ground up build would be my goal this time. Lots of research, and looking at specs for builds using the Intel CPU platform, lead me to purchase the Intel Core i7-12700K Gaming Desktop Processor with Integrated Graphics. Typically, I don't buy the latest and greatest computer components. I tend to prefer purchasing items after the bugs are worked out, and the prices drop to a point that I feel the value to component reliability is aligned with what my intended use for the item is. I'm not a big gamer, though I do run X-Plane at the max setting and this CPU handles the workload great, and the CPU is always in a very safe range with the cooling system and other support components I chose for this build. This is my fourth Intel based system build and will likely not be my last. The Intel Core i7-12700K is perfect for my needs and has proven reliable to date!

## Features

- Built for the Next Generation of Gaming. Game and multitask without compromise powered by Intel’s performance hybrid architecture on an unlocked processor.
- Integrated Intel UHD 770 Graphics
- Compatible with Intel 600 series and 700 series chipset-based motherboards
- Intel Core i7 3.60 GHz processor offers more cache space and the hyper-threading architecture delivers high performance for demanding applications with better onboard graphics and faster turbo boost
- The processor features Socket LGA-1700 socket for installation on the PCB
- 25 MB of L3 cache to boost the instruction processing and system performance
- Intel 7 Architecture enables improved performance per watt and micro architecture makes it power-efficient

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09FXNVDBJ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #33 in Computer CPU Processors |
| Brand | Intel |
| CPU Manufacturer | Intel |
| CPU Model | Core i7 |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1700 |
| CPU Speed | 3.6 GHz |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 25 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 3,811 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00735858498920, 05032037233996 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 5"L x 4"W |
| Item Type Name | Processor |
| Item Weight | 80 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Model Number | BX8071512700K |
| Platform | Mac OS Big Sur 11, Windows 11 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Core Count | 12 |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Processor Number of Concurrent Threads | 20 |
| Processor Series | Core i7 |
| Processor Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Processor Speed | 3.6 GHz |
| Secondary Cache | 25 MB |
| UPC | 735858498920 |
| Unit Count | 1.00 Count |
| Warranty Description | 3 year manufacturer's limited |
| Wattage | 125 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Intel
- **CPU Manufacturer:** Intel
- **CPU Model:** Core i7
- **CPU Socket:** LGA 1700
- **CPU Speed:** 3.6 GHz

## Images

![i7-12700K - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NlTpm+7KL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this include the coooling fan?**
A: No, it doesn’t

**Q: What's the difference between i7 12700k and i7 12700kF ?**
A: KF -unlocked without integrated gpu  (igpu)
K - unlocked with igpu

**Q: hi!  i have an intel core 2370m, socket 988b rpga,hm76,2.40ghz,35w. wich upgrade of processor i7 is compatible? tell me the best option, thanks!**
A: Your CPU is a second generation processor from 2011. The one listed here is a 12th generation product.  The only compatible newer CPU are the 3rd generation that was discontinued 7 years ago.  There are some Core i7-3632QM on eBay that is compatible.  Good luck.

**Q: What is its intel sku and its exact model. is it model is bx8071512700k?**
A: Yes it is BX8071512700K

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent performance for gaming and productivity
*by S***H on January 19, 2026*

The Intel Core i7-12700K is an outstanding processor that delivers impressive performance across the board. With its mix of performance and efficiency cores, everything feels fast and responsive—from gaming to multitasking and content creation. Games run smoothly with high frame rates, and demanding applications handle easily without slowdowns. The integrated graphics are a nice bonus for troubleshooting or running a system without a dedicated GPU initially. Being unlocked also gives flexibility for overclocking if you want to push performance further. Pair it with a good cooler, and thermals stay well under control. Overall, this CPU offers great value for its performance level and is a fantastic choice for a high-end gaming or workstation build. Highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Intel Quality CPU That Works Great!
*by D***0 on July 23, 2025*

I decided a few months ago that it was time to build a new home computer and rather than salvage parts from several of my computers and boxes of old still working parts, a ground up build would be my goal this time. Lots of research, and looking at specs for builds using the Intel CPU platform, lead me to purchase the Intel Core i7-12700K Gaming Desktop Processor with Integrated Graphics. Typically, I don't buy the latest and greatest computer components. I tend to prefer purchasing items after the bugs are worked out, and the prices drop to a point that I feel the value to component reliability is aligned with what my intended use for the item is. I'm not a big gamer, though I do run X-Plane at the max setting and this CPU handles the workload great, and the CPU is always in a very safe range with the cooling system and other support components I chose for this build. This is my fourth Intel based system build and will likely not be my last. The Intel Core i7-12700K is perfect for my needs and has proven reliable to date!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No need i9 just yet, stable i7 is a steel, more than enough in 2025. . . . .
*by B***E on August 13, 2025*

Intel Core i7-12700K Gaming Desktop Processor with Integrated Graphics and 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W Recent issues with 13th and 14th Gen CPUs shouldn't deter you from considering a 12th Gen. Unlike its newer counterparts, the 12th Gen is not affected by the performance problems, needs for updates, etc. This CPU is an amazing blend of power and efficiency. It delivers strong performance for gaming, productivity, and everyday tasks without the need for a high-end liquid coolers, but can't hurt. ;-) Best of all, its price-to-performance ratio is outstanding, making it feel like a genuine steal. I can't recommend this Intel Core i7-12700K at 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset enough.

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