Intel Core i7-12700KF Desktop Processor 12 (8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked  LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W

Arrived with the processor outside of the protective plastic packaging despite still having factory seal. Fortunate that the processor still worked, hopefully no hidden damage that will appear later.

Only two cons is its not at msrp and this CPU takes a bit more power than the 5900x

Was upgrading from i9-9900KF and what an improvement!

Great CPU. Although the rated tdp is 190w at peak and 125 for typical tdp, during normal everyday usage, my own setup consumes about 25w without GPU. I am surprised how little power this thing consumes while having the capability to provide the power I need when I need it. I pair this with scythe Fuma 2 rev b, at 17C ambient, the temperature was 66C during max load. Everything is much faster compared to my old i7 hq6700 rog laptop.

Intel came back strong with the 12th gen and their i7 SKUs are a blessing. Its one of the most recommended CPUs for gaming and productivity alike and despite the minor issues with the new P-E Core structure, the performance has been great and a great value for money too.

Paired with a 3090ti, holds up perfect. Cannot find a game that can’t handle high-ultra settings.

Es lo que esperaba

All worked fine (Its Intel they had to get it right eventually how many years they been doing this?)

Works well for my purposes light gaming and CAD

Compared to the 12900k this thing is an icebox! Very acceptable gaming performance as well as traditional multithreaded workloads. Pleased with this professor generation’s i7.