Intel Core I5 12600Kf Tray Processor

Intel Core i5-12600KF (Tray) Processor: Desktop Processors

The Intel Core i5-12600KF (Tray) Processor is an OEM version of Intel’s 12th Gen Alder Lake CPU, featuring a hybrid 10-core architecture (6 Performance + 4 Efficiency cores) and Turbo Boost up to 4.9GHz. This tray processor delivers exceptional gaming and multitasking performance with 20MB Smart Cache and PCIe 5.0 support, while the “KF” suffix indicates both unlocked multipliers and no integrated graphics. Note: Tray version ships without retail packaging or cooling solution.

Hybrid Architecture Performance:

With a base clock of 3.7GHz (P-cores) and Max Turbo Frequency of 4.9GHz, the i5-12600KF combines 6 Golden Cove performance cores (12 threads) with 4 Gracemont efficiency cores for optimized workload distribution. The processor supports DDR4-3200/DDR5-4800 memory and features 20 PCIe lanes (16x 5.0 + 4x 4.0) for next-gen GPUs and storage. Requires discrete graphics and Windows 11 for optimal thread scheduling.

Key Features:

• 10 Cores (6P+4E) / 16 Threads: Hybrid architecture
• Unlocked Multiplier: For overclocking (Z690/Z790 required)
• Turbo Boost Max 3.0: Up to 4.9GHz (P-cores)
• PCIe 5.0 Support: 16 lanes + 4x PCIe 4.0
• Memory Support: DDR4-3200 or DDR5-4800
• 125W TDP (PL2 150W): High-performance design
• Tray Version: No cooler or retail packaging

Explore compatible Desktop Processors or check Intel Products for other options. Full details: Official Intel specifications.

Technical Specifications:

• Architecture: 12th Gen Alder Lake (Intel 7 process)
• Core Configuration: 6P (3.7GHz base) + 4E (2.8GHz base)
• Max Turbo Frequency: 4.9GHz (P-cores), 3.6GHz (E-cores)
• Cache: 20MB L3 + 9.5MB L2
• TDP: 125W (PL2 150W)
• Memory Support: DDR4-3200 or DDR5-4800 (Dual-channel)
• PCIe Version: 16x 5.0 + 4x 4.0
• Integrated Graphics: Disabled (“F” variant)
• Socket: LGA1700
• Instruction Set: AVX-512 (disabled), SSE4.1/4.2, AES-NI
• Overclocking: Unlocked (Requires Z-series motherboard)
• Thermal Solution: Not included (LGA1700-compatible cooler required)
• Warranty: 1-year (OEM/tray terms)
• Tray Model Number: BX8071512600KF
• S-Spec Code: SRL4C
• UPC/EAN: N/A (Tray processors use batch coding)