Intel Core i5-12400F
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Released
Q1/2022
Intel Core i5-12400F

Processor Intel Core i5-12400F, specifications and benchmarks

187 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The Intel Core i5-12400F processor is installed in LGA 1700 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 2.50 GHz. The Intel Core i5-12400F has a total of 6 / 12 cores. Release date: Q1/2022. TDP is 65 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the Intel Core i5-12400F processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on Intel Core i5-12400F.

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 12000
  • Segment
    Desktop / Server
  • Generation
    12
  • Predecessor
    Intel Core i5-11400F
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

Intel Core i5-12400F. 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
    6 / 12
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A-Core
    6x Golden Cove
  • B-Core
    --
  • C-Core
    --
  • Frequency
    2.50 GHz
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    4.40 GHz
  • Turbo (6 Cores)
    4.00 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    No
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
    no iGPU
  • GPU frequency
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
  • Shader
  • Max. GPU Memory
    --
  • Max. displays
  • Generation
  • Direct X
    --
  • Technology
  • Release date
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)
    No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No
  • h264
    No
  • VP8
    No
  • VP9
    No
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    No
  • VC-1
    No
  • JPEG
    No
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
    128 GB
  • Memory channels
    2
  • ECC
    No
  • PCIe
    5.0 x 20
  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    65 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    117 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • 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.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX2+
  • L2-Cache
    7.50 MB
  • L3-Cache
    18.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Alder Lake S
  • Technology
    10 nm
  • Virtualization
    VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
  • Socket
    LGA 1700
  • Release date
    Q1/2022
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Core i5-12400F CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    79 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    131 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    48 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    130 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    158 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    249 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    258 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of Intel Core i5-12400F 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
1630
1630
1627
1623
Intel Core i5-12400F
1623
Intel Core i5-12400F
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
12713
12678
12678
12454
Intel Core i5-12400F
12454
Intel Core i5-12400F
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
724
694
688
664
Intel Core i5-12400F
664
Intel Core i5-12400F
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
4834
4834
4834
4784
Intel Core i5-12400F
4784
Intel Core i5-12400F
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
1674
1665
1657
1647
Intel Core i5-12400F
1647
Intel Core i5-12400F
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
9566
9541
9471
9451
Intel Core i5-12400F
9451
Intel Core i5-12400F

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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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