Intel Core i9-12900

Brand: Intel
Model: Intel Core i9-12900

$446–$493estimated range · from catalog price Sep 2, 2026

Intel Core i9-12900: 12th‑gen Alder Lake, 16 cores with UHD 770 on LGA1700; enthusiast desktop chip launched Q1 2022, non‑K (locked).

Compute rankTop 36% of CPUs

TierEnthusiast?

Released2022

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Cores16

Threads24

SocketLGA1700

MemoryDDR4

Base clock1.80 GHz

Boost clock5.10 GHz

TDP202 W

Cache30 MB

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Product overview

Released in Q1 2022, the Core i9-12900 is a 12th‑gen “Alder Lake” desktop CPU on Intel 7 with 16 cores (8P+8E) and 24 threads, up to 5.1 GHz boost, integrated UHD Graphics 770, and LGA1700 socket support. Intel ARK currently lists its marketing status as Launched (not discontinued). Works with LGA1700 motherboards.Sourceintel.com

Positioned as an enthusiast‑tier i9, it exists to deliver top‑end multi‑threaded performance for high‑refresh gaming and creator workloads at stock settings; as a non‑K model, it’s not intended for multiplier overclocking (Intel reserves unlocks for K/X SKUs). Best for 1440p gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, and office/productivity. Notable: 12th Gen Core was Intel’s first desktop family built on the Intel 7 process.Sourceintel.com

Best for

1440p gaming
streaming
video editing
3D rendering
office/productivity

Official product specifications

Specifications

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Cores16