Core i9-12900KF

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i9-12900KF

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i9-12900KF based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

7,219 Rank: 52
Rank Name Score Visual
48 Core i9-14900HX 7,300
+1.1%
49 Ryzen AI Max 390 7,265
+0.6%
50 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX 7,252
+0.5%
51 Core i9-12900K 7,240
+0.3%
52 Core i9-12900KF 7,219
53 Core i5-13600K 7,166
-0.7%
54 EPYC 7552 7,165
-0.7%
55 Ryzen 5 9600X 7,156
-0.9%
56 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX 7,122
-1.3%
57 Ryzen 9 7845HX 7,085
-1.9%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i9-12900KF based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

6,969 Rank: 103
Rank Name Score Visual
99 Core i5-13600K 7,023
+0.8%
100 Core i9-12900K 7,010
+0.6%
101 EPYC 7402 6,993
+0.3%
102 Ryzen 9 7845HX 6,971
+0%
103 Core i9-12900KF 6,969
104 Xeon W-3265M 6,965
-0.1%
105 Xeon Gold 6150 6,963
-0.1%
106 Xeon W-3345 6,935
-0.5%
107 EPYC 7F72 6,914
-0.8%
108 Xeon E5-2696 v4 6,912
-0.8%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i9-12900KF based on single-threaded benchmark results.

7,385 Rank: 44
Rank Name Score Visual
40 Core i9-14900HX 7,432
+0.6%
41 Ryzen 5 9600X 7,399
+0.2%
42 Core i9-12900K 7,393
+0.1%
43 Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 7,389
+0.1%
44 Core i9-12900KF 7,385
45 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX 7,364
-0.3%
46 Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 7,338
-0.6%
47 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX 7,330
-0.7%
48 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 7,313
-1%
49 Ryzen AI Max 390 7,308
-1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i9-12900KF based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

5,931 Rank: 111
Rank Name Score Visual
107 EPYC 7302 5,971
+0.7%
108 Ryzen 7 7800X3D 5,961
+0.5%
109 Core i9-12900K 5,948
+0.3%
110 Xeon Platinum 8268 5,943
+0.2%
111 Core i9-12900KF 5,931
112 Xeon Platinum 8270 5,921
-0.2%
113 Xeon Platinum 8180M 5,905
-0.4%
114 Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 5,901
-0.5%
115 EPYC 7302P 5,880
-0.9%
116 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX 5,875
-0.9%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i9-12900KF based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

6,064 Rank: 113
Rank Name Score Visual
109 Core i9-13900HX 6,094
+0.5%
110 EPYC 7551 6,090
+0.4%
111 Ryzen Threadripper 2950X 6,083
+0.3%
112 Core i9-12900K 6,070
+0.1%
113 Core i9-12900KF 6,064
114 Ryzen 7 7700 6,058
-0.1%
115 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX 6,056
-0.1%
116 Xeon Platinum 8168 6,034
-0.5%
117 EPYC 7302 6,016
-0.8%
118 Xeon Platinum 8176 6,007
-0.9%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i9-12900KF based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

5,805 Rank: 125
Rank Name Score Visual
121 Ryzen 7 5800X3D 5,815
+0.2%
122 Ryzen 9 5900XT 5,814
+0.2%
123 Xeon Gold 6248 5,812
+0.1%
124 Core Ultra 9 285H 5,807
+0%
125 Core i9-12900KF 5,805
126 Xeon Platinum 8160 5,782
-0.4%
127 Xeon Gold 6148 5,773
-0.6%
128 Ryzen 9 5900X 5,766
-0.7%
129 Xeon W-3245 5,764
-0.7%
130 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX 5,759
-0.8%

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Core i9-12900KF Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i9-12900KF remains a high-performance desktop processor, originally launched in late 2021 as part of Intel's Alder Lake-S lineup. While it is now over four years old, it continues to hold strong in both single-threaded and multi-threaded performance, thanks to its hybrid architecture combining eight performance cores (P-cores) and eight efficient cores (E-cores) for a total of 16 cores and 24 threads. The processor operates at a base frequency of 3.2 GHz and can boost up to 5.2 GHz, supported by a 125 W TDP that demands robust cooling solutions. Built on Intel’s 10 nm process node and using the LGA 1700 socket, the i9-12900KF supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel bandwidth up to 4800 MT/s, as well as PCIe 4.0 with 16 lanes directly from the CPU.

The Core i9-12900KF delivers an overall PassMark score of 7219, ranking it #52 among 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 7385 (#44) and a multicore score of 6969 (#103). These results position it just behind the Core i9-12900K and slightly ahead of the Core i5-13600K in overall performance. In the single-core category, it ranks just behind the Core i9-12900K and the Ryzen 5 9600X, highlighting its strong per-core efficiency. Its multicore performance, while impressive, is surpassed by newer generation processors and high-end Ryzen Threadripper models, placing it in a competitive tier with the Core i9-14900K and Ryzen 9 7950X.

Notably, the i9-12900KF lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for any visual output, which makes it ideal for users focused on raw compute power rather than integrated graphics use cases. It supports a wide array of Intel technologies, including Intel Hyper-Threading, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel VT-x virtualization, enabling it to handle demanding workloads such as video editing, 3D rendering, and software development. Despite its age, the unlocked multiplier and high boost frequencies make it a popular choice for overclocking enthusiasts.

In the broader context of high-end desktop CPUs, the Core i9-12900KF stands as a capable and versatile processor, particularly for users who value single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded throughput without needing the latest features like AVX-512 or DDR5-6000 support. While newer processors have surpassed it in performance and efficiency, its strong benchmark scores and robust feature set ensure it remains a relevant option for power users and PC builders looking for value in a high-end platform.
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Intel Core i9-12900KF

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i9-12900KF
Cores: 16
Threads: 24
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 32x (unlocked)
Core Name: Alder Lake-S
Socket: Socket 1700
Package: FC-LGA16A
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 125 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 77.824 KiB
L2 Cache: 1.192 MiB
L3 Cache: 28.610 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4, DDR5

Physical Specifications

Process: 10 nm
Die Area: 215 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d SHA TBMT 3.0
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