At the heart of this powerhouse is the Intel Core i9-12900K, delivering 16 cores, 24 threads, and turbo speeds up to 5.20GHz. Whether you're tackling CPU-heavy applications, streaming at high resolutions, running engineering or professional software, or handling demanding multitasking, this processor provides exceptional responsiveness and processing power.

12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9 Unlocked Desktop Processor

Built for the next generation of gaming.

Revolutionary performance and multitasking.

With high clock speeds and Intel’s performance hybrid architecture, you can push demanding applications and games while secondary workloads continue running smoothly in the background.

Up to 5.2GHz Max Turbo Frequency

16 Cores

8 Performance-cores
8 Efficient-cores

24 Threads

16 on Performance-cores
8 on Efficient-cores

Unlocked & Overclockable

Divide and conquer.

Intel’s performance hybrid architecture integrates two core families into a single CPU, helping keep demanding workloads running smoothly.

Intel® Thread Director

Prioritises and manages workloads, helping send tasks to the most appropriate core for the job.

8 Performance-cores

P-cores are built for performance across single and lightly threaded workloads, enhancing activities such as gaming and productivity.

8 Efficient-cores

E-cores are optimised for multi-threaded performance, helping minimise interruptions from secondary tasks.

Performance beyond the cores.

The processor architecture supports modern platform technologies, providing high-performance connectivity and expansion options.

Ready for what’s next

Support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 memory provides compatibility with high-performance components and next-generation expansion.

High-speed connectivity

Support for technologies including Thunderbolt™ 4 and Wi-Fi 6/6E provides fast connectivity to compatible peripherals and networks.