Intel Core i9-12900 2.4GHz LGA 1700 16 Core 24 Threads Processor

The Intel BX8071512900 is a desktop processor designed for builders who need serious horsepower in areas like competitive gaming, 3D rendering, video editing, and data-heavy multitasking. It delivers 16 physical cores and 24 total processing threads, giving you a platform that keeps large projects moving while background tasks stay out of the way.

Intel’s Hybrid Core architecture splits those cores into two groups. Performance cores focus on demanding, time-critical work such as high-frame-rate gameplay or complex calculation, while Efficient cores handle system updates, chat apps, and other background services. The result is smoother operation even when you push your system with several applications at once.

When a project or game needs extra speed, Turbo Boost Max 3.0 lifts clock rates up to 5.1 GHz. That burst of frequency helps shorten render times, improve in-game responsiveness, and reduce wait time during code compiles or batch photo edits.

Builders who want access to the newest standards will appreciate native support for PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 memory. These interfaces open the door to next-generation graphics cards, high-bandwidth NVMe storage, and faster memory kits, providing a path for future upgrades without changing the CPU.

The integrated Intel UHD 770 Graphics unit can drive up to four 4K displays or a single 8K monitor. It is ideal for troubleshooting before a dedicated GPU arrives, handling general office work, or powering media centers that rely on multiple screens.

Intel includes the Laminar RH1 cooler in the box, so the processor can be installed and brought online right away. Pair it with an LGA 1700 motherboard, apply the thermal solution, and the platform is ready to run. Whether you are building a new high-end workstation at home or refreshing systems in a small creative studio, the Core i9-12900 brings balanced performance and forward-looking connectivity to the table.

Highlights:

• 16 cores and 24 threads handle demanding applications alongside background tasks
• Hybrid design with separate Performance and Efficient cores for intelligent workload distribution
• Turbo Boost Max 3.0 reaches up to 5.1 GHz for short bursts of additional speed
• Compatibility with PCIe 5.0 lanes and DDR5 memory for next-generation expansion
• Integrated Intel UHD 770 Graphics supports one 8K screen or four 4K displays
• Ships with the Intel Laminar RH1 cooler for immediate installation
• Fits motherboards that use the Intel LGA 1700 socket
• Covered by a three-year limited warranty from Intel