Intel i5-12400f 12th generation Processor

Intel Core i5-12400F Desktop Processor (12th Gen, LGA1700 Socket)

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 12th Gen Alder Lake processor built for smooth performance across gaming and productivity workloads. With 6 Performance-cores and no efficiency cores, it delivers consistent speed for mainstream desktop users. It requires discrete graphics and supports PCIe 5.0 and DDR5/DDR4 memory.

Key Features

• 6 Performance-cores (P-cores) / 12 Threads
• Base Frequency: 2.50 GHz
• Turbo Boost Frequency: Up to 4.40 GHz
• L3 Cache: 18 MB Intel® Smart Cache
• Socket Compatibility: LGA1700
• Processor Base Power: 65W
• Max Turbo Power: 117W
• Memory Support: DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200
• PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 Support
• Requires discrete GPU (no integrated graphics)
• Intel 7 Process Technology

Technical Specifications

• Processor Model: Intel® Core™ i5-12400F
• Generation: 12th Gen
• Architecture: Alder Lake
• Total Cores: 6 (P-cores only)
• Total Threads: 12
• Max Turbo Frequency: 4.40 GHz
• Base Frequency: 2.50 GHz
• Cache:
  • L1 Cache: 80 KB per core
  • L2 Cache: 7.5 MB (1.25 MB per core)
  • L3 Cache: 18 MB Intel® Smart Cache
• Unlocked: No
• Processor Base Power: 65W
• Maximum Turbo Power: 117W
• Socket: FCLGA1700
• Memory Types: DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200
• Max Memory Size: 128 GB
• Max Memory Channels: 2
• Max Memory Bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s
• ECC Memory Support: Yes (with ECC supported motherboard)
• PCI Express Revision: 5.0 / 4.0
• Max Number of PCI Express Lanes: 20
• Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0: Yes
• Thermal Solution Specification: PCG 2020C
• Operating Temperature (T-Junction): 100°C
• Integrated Graphics: No (requires discrete GPU)
• Launch Date: Q1’22
• Lithography: Intel 7 (10nm process)
• Country of Origin: Malaysia / Vietnam / China (varies by batch)

What’s in the Box

• Intel Core i5-12400F Processor
• Intel Laminar RM1 Cooler
• Installation Instructions
• Warranty Booklet