# Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) i5-12500 3 GHz Processor - Retail Pack

- Category: Processor
- Brand: Intel
- Model: Core i5-12500
- Part number: BX8071512500
- Price (US): $209.99
- Price last checked: 2026-08-05
- Rating: 4.9/5 from 36 Amazon reviews
- Warranty: 3 years
- Product page: https://buildmypc.net/component-details/processor/intel-core-i5-12500-bx8071512500/

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Intel |
| Model | Core i5-12500 |
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 |
| Speed (Base / Turbo) | 3.0 GHz / 4.6 GHz |
| Memory Type | DDR4 - 4800 MHz |
| Socket Type | LGA 1700 |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB |
| TDP | 65 W |
| Unlocked | No |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Micro Architecture | Alder Lake |

## Key Features

- Intel® Core® i5 3 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
- 18 MB of L3 cache rapidly retrieves the most used data available to improve system performance

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