Intel Core i5-12400F - 2.5 GHz (BX8071512400F)
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Sponsored Intel Core i5-12400F processor 18 MB Smart Cache Box
128.72 GBP
Price updated on: 01-06-2026 08:39:30
128.72 GBP
Price updated on: 01-06-2026 08:39:30
Sponsored Intel Core i5-12400F 6 Core Processor | LGA1700 2.5GHz 18MB Cache | Cooler Included
137.72 GBP
Price updated on: 01-06-2026 02:36:07
137.72 GBP
Price updated on: 01-06-2026 02:36:07
Sponsored Intel Core i5-12400F processor 18 MB Smart Cache Box
143.99 GBP
Price updated on: 01-06-2026 06:43:24
143.99 GBP
Price updated on: 01-06-2026 06:43:24 | Identifiers | |
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| MPN | Intel 124492 |
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Architecture A concise list of the specific processor micro‑architecture or generation used by a CPU, such as "Kaby Lake", "Comet Lake", "Zen 2" or "Rocket Lake‑S". This attribute helps users identify compatibility with software, performance characteristics and hardware requirements.
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Alder Lake-S |
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Bus Type The interface or communication bus that a component uses to connect with other parts of a system, such as PCI Express, USB, SATA, or legacy buses like FSB and QPI. It indicates the protocol and physical connection used for data transfer between devices.
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DMI4 |
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Cache The amount of internal memory reserved for a processor’s cache, expressed in units such as megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB). This value indicates how much data the CPU can store locally to accelerate access and improve performance.
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18 MB |
| Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) | G167599 |
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Country of origin The country where the product was manufactured or its primary geographic source. This attribute indicates the nation responsible for the production or assembly of the item.
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Malaysia |
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CPU Brand The company that designs and produces the central processing unit (CPU) used in a device. This value identifies the brand of the processor, such as Intel, AMD, Qualcomm, or ARM Holdings, allowing users to assess compatibility, performance expectations, and support resources.
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Intel |
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CPU Cores The total count of physical processing units (cores) present in a central processing unit (CPU). This integer value indicates how many independent execution threads the CPU can handle simultaneously, influencing multitasking performance and computational throughput.
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Hexa Core |
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CPU Family The processor family identifies the group or series of CPU models that share a common architecture, design, and performance characteristics. It helps users compare processors across brands and generations by indicating the underlying technology used in the chip.
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Intel Core i5 |
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CPU Socket The physical connector used by a processor to attach to a motherboard or other compatible platform, such as LGA 1151, BGA 1440, Socket AM4, or LGA 1200. This attribute indicates the exact socket designation required for proper CPU installation and compatibility with other hardware components.
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Socket 1700 |
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CPU Speed The maximum operating frequency of a central processing unit (CPU), expressed in hertz (Hz). This value indicates how many cycles per second the CPU can execute under normal conditions and is useful for comparing performance potential across different models.
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2.5 GHz |
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CPU Threads The total number of independent execution units (threads) that a CPU can handle simultaneously. This value indicates how many parallel tasks the processor can process at once, affecting multitasking performance and workload distribution.
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12 |
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Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) A code that identifies the classification of a product for export control purposes, indicating its regulatory status and any restrictions on sale or shipment.
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5A992CN3 |
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Form factor Specifies the physical configuration or design of a product, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, tower, case with cover, etc. It describes how the device is built and what mounting or expansion options it supports.
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CPU |
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Graphics chipset The exact model or designation of the graphics processing unit (GPU) installed in a device, such as "Intel UHD Graphics 620", "NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070" or "AMD Radeon RX 580". It identifies the specific GPU variant used for rendering and video processing, allowing users to compare visual performance and compatibility across products.
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None |
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Harmonized System HS code The Harmonized System (HS) code is a standardized numerical identifier used internationally to classify traded goods. It consists of up to six digits, where each pair of digits represents progressively more specific product categories. The HS code facilitates customs duties, trade statistics, and regulatory compliance by providing a common language for describing products across borders.
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85423119 |
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Intel® Speed Shift Technology Indicates whether the processor incorporates Intel’s Speed Shift technology, which dynamically adjusts CPU frequency and voltage to balance performance and power consumption for improved efficiency.
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Y |
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Intel® Turbo Boost Technology The maximum operating frequency that a processor can reach when its turbo or boost feature is active, expressed in hertz (Hz). This value indicates the peak performance capability of the CPU under load and helps users compare how fast a processor can run beyond its base clock speed.
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2 |
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L2 cache The amount of internal memory reserved for a processor’s L2 cache, expressed as a pair of values: the number of banks and the capacity per bank (e.g., "4 x 256 KB"). This format allows specification of both the count of cache banks and the capacity of each bank, which together determine the total L2 cache available to the CPU.
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7.5 MB |
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Launch date The calendar date on which a product was first made available to the public or released for sale. It is expressed in the format YYYY-MM-DD and can be used to filter, sort, or display the launch timeline of the item.
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Q1''22 |
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Market segment The target market segment for a product, such as "Business", "Home", or "Small‑medium business". This attribute helps customers quickly identify the intended user group and typical use case of the item.
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Desktop |
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Maximum CPU configuration The highest number of physical or logical processor cores that a computer system can support or is configured with. It indicates the maximum parallel processing capacity available for running applications and workloads.
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1 |
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Maximum internal memory The largest amount of internal random‑access memory that a device can support, expressed as a data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates the maximum capacity for active processes and multitasking performance.
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131072 MB |
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Maximum memory size The largest amount of random‑access memory that a device or component can support, expressed as a digital data size such as megabytes or gigabytes. It indicates the upper limit for active processes and multitasking performance.
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128 GB |
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Maximum PCI Express lanes Cantidad total de líneas (lanes) de la interfaz PCI Express disponibles en un dispositivo o placa base. Cada línea permite el flujo de datos entre el procesador y los dispositivos conectados, por lo que este número indica la capacidad máxima de ancho de banda para tarjetas y periféricos compatibles con PCIe.
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20 |
| Memory bandwidth maximum. | 76.8 GB/s |
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Memory channels The configuration of memory channels supported by a device, indicating how many independent memory paths the system can use for data transfer (e.g., Dual‑channel, Quad‑channel). This attribute helps users understand the potential bandwidth and performance characteristics of the memory subsystem.
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Dual-channel |
| Memory types | DDR5, DDR4 |
| Memory types supported by processor | DDR4-SDRAM, DDR5-SDRAM |
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Number of cores The total count of processing cores present in a CPU or GPU. This value indicates how many independent execution units are available for parallel processing, which can affect performance and multitasking capability.
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6 |
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Package type The form of packaging used for a product, such as box, blister pack, bag, or pallet. It indicates how the item is contained and protected during shipping and storage.
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Retail box |
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Processor boost frequency The highest clock speed a processor can reach when its turbo or boost feature is active, expressed in hertz (Hz). This value indicates the peak performance capability of the CPU under load and helps users compare how fast a processor can run beyond its base clock speed.
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4.4 GHz |
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Processor cache type Indicates the level or category of a processor’s internal cache memory, such as L1, L2, L3, or Smart Cache. This attribute helps users understand the hierarchy and accessibility of cached data within the CPU, which can influence performance characteristics.
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Smart Cache |
| Processor codename | Alder Lake |
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Processor model Identifies the exact model of the central processing unit used in a device, including brand and numeric designation such as "Intel Core i5-8250U" or "AMD Ryzen 7 3700X". This value allows users to distinguish between different processor families, generations, and performance levels.
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i5-12400F |
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Processor operating modes The set of instruction set architectures or execution modes that a processor can operate in, such as 32‑bit or 64‑bit. This attribute lists the supported modes for the CPU and helps users determine compatibility with software that requires a specific bitness.
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64-bit |
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Processor package size The overall dimensions of a processor’s physical package, expressed as length × width × height in millimetres or inches. It indicates the size that must fit within a motherboard socket or mounting area and helps users compare compatibility across different CPU models.
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45 x 37.5 mm |
| Status | Launched |
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Supported instruction sets A list of processor instruction set extensions that a CPU can execute, such as AVX, AVX2, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, and AVX‑512. Each value represents an individual extension or group of extensions supported by the hardware.
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SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0 |
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Target market The segment of consumers or businesses for whom the product is intended, such as Gaming, Content Creation, Cloud/Datacenter, Small and Medium Business, or Entry-level users. It helps shoppers quickly identify whether a product fits their needs and allows filtering by target audience.
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Gaming |
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Tjunction The maximum ambient temperature at which the product can safely operate without risk of damage or performance degradation.
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100 °C |
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Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
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79 mm |

Intel is a computer chip manufacturer that also produces motherboard chipsets, network interface controllers and other integrated circuits. It is the world's largest semiconductor company.





