Intel Core i7-12700HL
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Released
Q3/2022
Intel Core i7-12700HL

Processor Intel Core i7-12700HL, specifications and benchmarks

82 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The Intel Core i7-12700HL processor is installed in BGA 1744 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 2.30 GHz (4.70 GHz). The Intel Core i7-12700HL has a total of 14 / 20 cores. Release date: Q3/2022. TDP is 45 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the Intel Core i7-12700HL processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on Intel Core i7-12700HL.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Family
  • CPU group
    Intel Core i 12000H
  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Generation
    12
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
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CPU Technical Specs

Intel Core i7-12700HL. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    14 / 20
  • Core architecture
    hybrid (big.LITTLE)
  • A-Core
    6x Golden Cove
  • B-Core
    8x Gracemont
  • Hyperthreading / SMT
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    No
  • A-Core Frequency
    2.30 GHz (4.70 GHz)
  • B-Core Frequency
    1.70 GHz (3.50 GHz)
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96 (Alder Lake)
  • GPU frequency
    0.40 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    1.40 GHz
  • Execution units
    96
  • Shader
    768
  • Max. GPU Memory
    32 GB
  • Max. displays
    4
  • Generation
    13
  • Direct X
    12.1
  • Technology
    10 nm
  • Release date
    Q1/2022
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP8
    Decode
  • VP9
    Decode / Encode
  • AV1
    Decode
  • AVC
    Decode / Encode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-3200DDR5-4800
  • Max. Memory
    64 GB
  • Memory channels
    2 (Dual Channel)
  • Bandwidth
    76.8 GB/s
  • ECC
    No
  • PCIe
    4.0 x 20
  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    45 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    115 W
  • TDP up
    60 W
  • TDP down
    35 W
  • Tjunction max.
    100 °C
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Technology
    10 nm
  • Chip design
    Monolithic
  • Socket
    BGA 1744
  • L2-Cache
    11.50 MB
  • L3-Cache
    24.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Alder Lake H
  • Operating systems
    Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux
  • Virtualization
    VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX2+
  • Release date
    Q3/2022
  • Release price
    --
  • Part Number
    --
  • Documents
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Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Core i7-12700HL CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    51 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    74 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    45 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    54 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    182 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    196 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    88 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    144 place
  • Blender 3.1 Benchmark
    11 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
    100 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of Intel Core i7-12700HL with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 SC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
1862
1862
1848
1806
Intel Core i7-12700HL
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 MC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows using a multi-core and hyperthreading
17660
17401
16820
16745
Intel Core i7-12700HL
Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
732
710
707
694
Intel Core i7-12700HL
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
7444
7244
7197
7170
Intel Core i7-12700HL
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1578
1578
1572
1567
Intel Core i7-12700HL
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
10765
10744
10744
10738
Intel Core i7-12700HL
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
2150
2147
2147
2146
Intel Core i7-12700HL
Blender 3.1 Benchmark
Open-source software serving to process ultra-detailed visual scenes, polygon and texture drawing to select the best hardware platform
134
134
132
131
Intel Core i7-12700HL
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
27679
27650
27437
27432
Intel Core i7-12700HL

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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