INTEL CPU Core i5-12400F / 6/12 / 2.5GHz / 6xxChipset / BX8071512400F
- CPU Processor
- 65 watts
- 1
- 6
- Better rated than 56%
- More reviewed than 88%
A solid value 6-core chip for a budget gaming build, on the condition that a discrete GPU is already in the parts list.
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How it ranks among the 16 cpu processors we track
4.8★ across 3,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,000 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor for the LGA1700 socket, running at a 65W base power with no integrated graphics, so it needs a discrete GPU in the build.
The lack of onboard graphics is the main thing to plan around here, since this chip cannot output a picture on its own even for initial setup or troubleshooting. In exchange it comes in at a lower price than the graphics-equipped version, which makes sense once a GPU is already part of the build.
- 6 cores, 12 threads, up to 4.4GHz turbo
- LGA1700 socket, 600-series chipset support
- 65W processor base power
- Includes Intel Laminar RM1 cooler
Who it's for
Fits budget gaming and productivity builds on a 600-series motherboard where a graphics card is already planned. Not suited to a build without a discrete GPU, including basic office or headless setups.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Includes stock Laminar RM1 cooler
- Efficient 65W base power
- Compatible with widely available 600-series boards
- No integrated graphics, discrete GPU required
- No buyer reviews yet on real-world thermals
Performance notes
Six cores and twelve threads turbo up to 4.4GHz per Intel's specification, running at a 65W base power. It supports PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 along with both DDR5 and DDR4, depending on the motherboard chosen.
Specifications
| Brand | INTEL |
|---|---|
| Model | i5-12400F |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.04 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 5 × 4.2 inches |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 18 MB |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Processor Speed | 2 GHz |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 65 watts |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Processor Core Count | 6 |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Mfr Part Number | BX8071512400F |
| Platform | Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Number of Concurrent Threads | 12 |
| Processor Series | Core i5 |
| Processor Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Secondary Cache | 18 MB |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cpu processors.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTEL CPU Core i5-12400F / 6/12 / 2.5GHz / 6xxChipset / BX8071512400FThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| AMD RYZEN 7 9800X3D 8-CoreAMD | 4.8 / 5 | 6,100 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 285K 24 coresIntel® | 4.6 / 5 | 791 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265KFIntel | 4.7 / 5 | 549 | 4.2 / 5 |
| AMD Ryzen™ 7 9700X 8-CoreAMD | 4.8 / 5 | 2,600 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the INTEL i5-12400F
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Intel Core i5-12400F have integrated graphics?
No, this is the F variant, which ships without processor graphics, so a discrete GPU is required.
What socket does the i5-12400F use?
LGA1700, and it is compatible with 600-series chipset motherboards.
Does the i5-12400F come with a cooler?
Yes, the Intel Laminar RM1 cooler is included in the box.