--- product_id: 393940355 title: "Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W" brand: "intel" price: "€ 586.00" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/393940355-core-i5-12600k-desktop-processor-10-6p-4e-cores-up store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # Up to 4.9 GHz Turbo Boost 16 MB L3 Cache for Speedy Data Access 10-Core (6P+4E) Hybrid Architecture Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W **Brand:** intel **Price:** € 586.00 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Unlock your PC’s true potential with the Core i5-12600K — power, speed, and efficiency in one sleek package! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W by intel - **How much does it cost?** € 586.00 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/393940355-core-i5-12600k-desktop-processor-10-6p-4e-cores-up) ## Best For - intel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted intel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Hybrid Core Power:** 10-core design (6 Performance + 4 Efficiency cores) optimizes power and speed for seamless productivity and creativity. - • **Blazing Turbo Speeds:** Experience peak performance with up to 4.9 GHz turbo boost, perfect for demanding multitasking and gaming. - • **Built-in UHD Graphics:** Enjoy crisp visuals and smooth media playback without the need for a dedicated GPU—ideal for professionals on the go. - • **Next-Gen Socket LGA1700:** Future-proof your build with the latest socket technology ensuring easy installation and compatibility with 600 series chipsets. - • **Intel 7 Architecture Efficiency:** Cutting-edge microarchitecture delivers superior performance per watt, keeping your system cool and energy-smart. ## Overview The Intel Core i5-12600K is a high-performance desktop processor featuring a 10-core hybrid architecture (6 performance cores + 4 efficiency cores) with turbo speeds up to 4.9 GHz. It supports the latest LGA1700 socket and 600 series chipsets, includes 16 MB of L3 cache for rapid data access, and is built on the power-efficient Intel 7 architecture. With integrated Intel UHD graphics and a 125W power rating, it delivers a balanced combination of speed, efficiency, and visual quality for demanding professional and gaming applications. ## Description From the manufacturer Review: Used in home server - I’m very satisfied with this purchase. It provides more than enough power for my home server, and hardware transcoding is effortless. The system runs cool and performs flawlessly. The pricing is spot-on, and I’m also using the non-K version in my gaming rig with great results. Review: Banging processor - Literally built my first pc and bought this. Highly recommended, never have issues with it and is always cooled to 41°c low, 63°c highest so far. ## Features - Intel® Core® i5 Deca-core (10 Core) 3.70 GHz processor offers hyper-threading architecture that delivers high performance for demanding applications with improved onboard graphics and turbo boost - The Socket LGA-1700 socket allows processor to be placed on the PCB without soldering - 16 MB of L3 cache rapidly retrieves the most used data available to improve system performance - Intel 7 Architecture enables improved performance per watt and micro architecture makes it power-efficient - Built-in Intel UHD Graphics controller for great graphics and visual quality ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09FX4D72T | | Best Sellers Rank | 72,975 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 181 in CPUs | | Brand | Intel | | Brand Name | Intel | | CPU manufacturer | Intel | | CPU model | Core i5 | | CPU socket | LGA 1700 | | CPU speed | 4.9 | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 29.5 MB | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,905 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00735858499040 | | Item Dimensions L x W | 11.6L x 4.4W centimetres | | Item Part Number | BX8071512600K | | Item Type Name | Processor | | Item Weight | 0.04 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | intel | | Manufacturer Part Number | BX8071512600K | | Model Number | BX8071512600K | | Platform | Windows | | Processor Brand | Intel | | Processor Core Count | 10 | | Processor Count | 1 | | Processor Number of Concurrent Threads | 20 | | Processor Series | Core i5 | | Processor Socket | LGA 1700 | | Processor Speed | 4.9 | | Product Warranty | 1 Year Manufacturer | | Secondary Cache | 20 MB | | Secondary cache | 20 MB | | UPC | 735858499040 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Wattage | 125 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Intel - **CPU manufacturer:** Intel - **CPU model:** Core i5 - **CPU socket:** LGA 1700 - **CPU speed:** 4.9 - **Cache size:** 29.5 MB - **Processor Number of Concurrent Threads:** 20 - **Processor count:** 1 - **Secondary cache:** 20 MB - **Wattage:** 125 watts ## Images ![Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ugNYlDT1L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Why amazon allows reviews from “kenshi” who always gives 1 star to to every intel cpu as soon as it hits the market without purchasing any?** A: Soon as you find the guy who blasts a five star review without buying one, we'll execute Order 66 on "Kenshi". **Q: The only difference with a kf version is descrete graphics?** A: Hello there. Yes, the processors that end with KF mean they are Unlocked and Require discrete graphics. You can learn more about Intel suffixes here: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/processors/processor-numbers.html. Also, you can view the comparison of both processors here: https://ark.intel.com/content/www/es/es/ark/compare.html?productIds=134599,134600. Thank you for choosing Intel. **Q: es para portatil o computador de escritorio??** A: Hello Luis. This processor is for desktops. You can view more details about this processor here: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/134589/intel-core-i512600k-processor-20m-cache-up-to-4-90-ghz/specifications.htmlThank you for choosing Intel **Q: Hp model M01-F1214 Erica5 motherboard will this processor work with this motherboard?** A: NO! The 12600K CPU is an Intel CPU and is NOT compatible with the Hp model M01-F1214 which has an AMD CPU. It is completely different. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Used in home server *by A***. on 24 October 2024* I’m very satisfied with this purchase. It provides more than enough power for my home server, and hardware transcoding is effortless. The system runs cool and performs flawlessly. The pricing is spot-on, and I’m also using the non-K version in my gaming rig with great results. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Banging processor *by B***G on 1 January 2025* Literally built my first pc and bought this. Highly recommended, never have issues with it and is always cooled to 41°c low, 63°c highest so far. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely a bargain *by 1***K on 1 September 2023* Got it for £174 from Amazon US, which is about £65 cheaper than buying one in the UK. Even if you compare it with a 13400, which has a similar performance running at base clock, it is still so much cheaper (£46). If I remember correctly, the cpu does not come with a warranty, which is probably fine as CPUs are known to be very durable. So make sure you test it when you receivie it so you know if it's faulty. ## Frequently Bought Together - Intel Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor with Integrated Graphics and 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W - ARCTIC MX-4 (4 g) - Premium Performance Thermal Paste for All Processors (CPU, GPU - PC), Very high Thermal Conductivity, Long Durability, Safe Application, Non-Conductive - MSI B760 Gaming Plus WiFi Gaming Motherboard (Supports 12th/13th/14th Gen Intel Processors, LGA 1700, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, M.2, 2.5Gbps LAN, USB 3.2 Gen2, HDMI/DP, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, ATX) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/393940355-core-i5-12600k-desktop-processor-10-6p-4e-cores-up](https://www.desertcart.at/products/393940355-core-i5-12600k-desktop-processor-10-6p-4e-cores-up) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-07-10*