Intel Core i5 Alder Lake i5-12600K BOX (BX8071512600K)
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Hybrid architecture, which implies a combination of high-performance (Performance-cores) and energy-efficient (Efficient-core) cores. Support for DDR5 standard and PCI Express 5.0 interface.
Performance-cores are high-performance cores capable of simultaneously executing up to two computation threads. Efficient-core — energy-efficient cores do not support Hyper-Threading and are designed to handle background workloads.
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Model overview based on user reviews
The Intel i5-12600K BOX processor has proven itself well due to its high core count, energy efficiency, and integrated graphics, making it suitable for gaming and multitasking. Users appreciate its performance under load and the included cooling solution. However, it lacks overclocking capabilities, and there are concerns about the availability of DDR5 memory and relatively high TDP. Additionally, some users have noted issues with Windows recognition and pricing concerns. Overall, it is a reliable choice for those looking for a powerful and efficient processor, but potential buyers should consider current market conditions and compatibility factors.
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Blender Benchmark 4.3.0 Score: 216.14. Cinebench R24: CPU (Multi Core) = 961 pts / CPU (Single Core) = 112 pts / MP Ratio – 8.55 x. AIDA64 Extreme: Min = 25 C / Max = 50 C / Average = 46 C. During stress tests, no throttling, crashes, or errors were detected. The number of cores and threads is sufficient, and it handles multitasking well. Lacks integrated graphics but supports overclocking. Suitable for mid-range gaming systems and workstations: provides good FPS, high performance in multitasking, and flexibility in RAM and PCIe, only slightly lagging behind the more expensive six-core Ryzen 7 in narrow rendering tasks. Large third-level cache, larger than the i5 12400F, which improves frame rates by 2–3% in some scenes. 125 W (Max 150 W under real load) ensures stable operation under load but requires effective cooling for overclocking. The unlocked multiplier allows for manual overclocking — up to +200–300 MHz on P-cores without a significant temperature spike. Relatively low price. Good number and performance of cores/threads. Good test and render scores. Large third-level cache. Overclocking capability. Disliked: No integrated graphics. The frequency could be higher. Heats up fairly quickly during intensive work, even with good cooling.  Alex: use Intel i5-12600KF BOX few months |
This processor is working in my PC paired with a KFA2 RTX 3070. This setup is relevant for gaming in all the new releases even in 2025. The cooling for this CPU is handled by the Zezzio ZH-C400 ARGB V2 tower cooler. All of this is housed in a closed DarkFlash DLM21 case with a single 120mm exhaust fan. After 30 minutes of stress testing in OCCT, the maximum temperature was 82 degrees. No throttling has been observed in a year of use. I am satisfied with the processor and do not plan to upgrade for now, as I don't see the point. Powerful enough processor No  Kirilo: use Intel i5-12400F BOX more than year |
Вирішив оновити систему, замінити свій старенький і5 3470 на щось більш сучасне. Знаю, можжливо треба було брати щось від АМД, але я звик до інтела, та і міняти систему кожен рік коли вийде нова залізка не збираюсь. В моїх планах як мінімум років на 5-6 щоб його вистачило. І для моїх задач його дійсно вистачає, в іграх він себе чудово показує, працює в парі з DDR5 памятью на 6000hz. Залишилось лише взяти більш потужну відеокарту до нього і тоді взагалі все буде файно.
Що до температур, в стрес тесті видає заявлені TDP 150-152Вт, на охладі стоїть башта воді я не дуже довіряю від DeepCool Ak500, яка здатна розвіювати 250Вт тепла. В стрес тесті OCCT температура знаходиться в районі 77-78 градусів, на повній відачі, що як на мене чудовий результат. Cinebanch набрав 15420 попугаїв в мультикорі, що трошки гірше за серверний тедріпер на 32 потоки. Загалом я повністью задоволений процом, а з розрахзуноком що коштував він меньше 200 доларів, так це всазаглі відміний результат як на мене. Так це не поточне коліно, але з урахування що за нове просять як за крило від літака, а проблем з ними значно більше, то я мабуть зробив кращий варіант з урахуванням фінансів і потужності. На Амд, схожа ситема виходила мені дорожче, повірте, я довго сидів і вираховував. Зараз 10 ядерник, та за 7к грн взяти, це як подарунок долі. Але з урахування ситуації зараз з інтел, то мабуть наступна збірка буде на амд Потужний.
10 ядер 16 потоків Тягне все Тримає нову память DDR5 Показує відмінні результати в бенчах, так і в температурних тестах. Прожерливий.
Без нормалльної системи охолодження буде бо-бо Reverse_rain: use Intel i5-12600KF BOX more than year |
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Intel Core i5 Alder Lake configurations
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 | Intel Core i5 Alder Lake i5-12400 BOX | from 6 333 ₴ | 84 offers | |
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| Intel Core i5 Alder Lake i5-12600K BOX | from 6 719 ₴ | 81 offer | |
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Simplified Alder Lake die processor
Unlike the new Core i7 and Core i9 chips, the Core i5 processors are based on a smaller, simplified Alder Lake die. Because of this, our test Core i5-12600K only has 6 high-performance cores on board, supporting 12 logical threads and 4 additional power-efficient cores. The former can be accelerated to a frequency of 4.9 GHz, the ceiling of the latter is 3.6 GHz. The main rival of the novelty from the AMD camp is the 12-thread Ryzen 5 5600X processor based on the Zen 3 architecture.
Slightly faster Ryzen 5 5600X
In the synthetic CPU-Z and Cinebench tests, the new product from Intel is literally half a body away from the Ryzen 5 5600X - in most measurements, the advantage is 2-3%. In games, the Core i5-12600K and Ryzen 5 5600X show almost the same performance. The level of energy consumption also differs little. And it's great, because the older Core i9 from the Alder Lake family turned out to be seriously voracious. All things considered, the new Intel chip could cause a lot of excitement among gamers and people who need a fairly powerful and modern PC for work.
New processor - new motherboard
Prices will play a key role in this confrontation between Ryzen 5 and Core i5. Now in east european retail for both processors they ask plus or minus the same $400. In favor of Ryzen is the fact that this processor can be used with motherboards on the good old socket AM4. To work with the Core i5-12600K, you will need a new motherboard on the LGA1700 socket. And they are expensive. As for the use of DDR5 memory, so far there is no particular use from it - most synthetic tests in comparison with DDR4 received an increase in performance by literally 2 – 3%. For a Core i5-level processor, this is now superfluous.
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Intel LGA 1700, cores 10, 6P+4E, threads 16, process technology 10 nm, PCI-E 5.0, UHD Graphics 770, unlocked multiplier, integrated graphics, multithreading, TDP 125 W, память ОЗУ: maximum 128 GB, DDR4 3200 MHz, DDR5 4800 MHz
Intel LGA 1700, cores 10, 6P+4E, threads 16, process technology 10 nm, PCI-E 5.0, UHD Graphics 730, integrated graphics, multithreading, TDP 65 W, память ОЗУ: maximum 128 GB, DDR4 3200 MHz, DDR5 4800 MHz
Intel LGA 1700, cores 10, 6P+4E, threads 16, process technology 10 nm, PCI-E 5.0, UHD Graphics 730, integrated graphics, multithreading, TDP 65 W, память ОЗУ: maximum 192 GB, DDR4 3200 MHz, DDR5 4800 MHz
Intel LGA 1700, cores 4, threads 8, process technology 10 nm, PCI-E 5.0, UHD Graphics 730, integrated graphics, multithreading, TDP 35 W, память ОЗУ: maximum 128 GB, DDR4 3200 MHz, DDR5 4800 MHz
Intel LGA 1700, cores 4, threads 8, process technology 10 nm, PCI-E 5.0, UHD Graphics 730, integrated graphics, TDP 35 W, память ОЗУ: maximum 128 GB, DDR4 3200 MHz, DDR5 4800 MHz
AMD AM4, 65 W, cores 4 , threads 8 threads, process technology 7 nm, 3.6 GHz, TurboBoost 3.9 GHz, DDR4 3200 MHz, is absent
AMD AM4, 65 W, cores 6 , threads 12 threads, process technology 7 nm, 3.6 GHz, TurboBoost 4.1 GHz, DDR4 3200 MHz, is absent
AMD AM4, 35 / 65 W, cores 8 , threads 16 threads, process technology 7 nm, 3.2 - 3.8 GHz, TurboBoost 4.6 GHz, DDR4 3200 MHz, is absent / Radeon Vega 8
Intel LGA 1151 v2, 35 - 95 W, cores 6 , threads 6 threads, process technology 14 nm, 2.2 - 3.7 GHz, TurboBoost 3.7 - 4.6 GHz, maximum 128 GB, DDR4 2666 MHz, is absent / UHD Graphics 630
AMD AM4, 65 W, cores 6 , threads 12 threads, process technology 7 nm, 3.7 GHz, TurboBoost 4.2 GHz, maximum 64 GB, DDR4 3200 MHz, Radeon Vega 7
Intel LGA 1151 v2, 65 - 100 W, cores 8 , threads 8 threads, process technology 14 nm, 3 / 3.6 GHz, TurboBoost 4.7 / 4.9 GHz, maximum 128 GB, DDR4 2666 MHz, is absent / UHD Graphics 630
AMD AM4, 35 / 65 W, cores 6 , threads 12 threads, process technology 7 nm, 3.4 - 3.9 GHz, TurboBoost 4.2 - 4.6 GHz, maximum - / 128 GB, DDR4 3200 MHz, is absent - Radeon
