Intel Core I5-12400F Processor

Intel Core i5-12400F Desktop Processor at ModxComputers

Specifications:

Essentials
Product Collection	12th Generation Intel® Core™ i5 Processors
Code Name	Products formerly Alder Lake
Vertical Segment	Desktop
Processor Number	i5-12400F
Lithography	Intel 7
Use Conditions	PC/Client/Tablet
CPU Specifications
Total Cores	6
# of Performance-cores	6
# of Efficient-cores	0
Total Threads	12
Max Turbo Frequency	4.40 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency	4.40 GHz
Performance-core Base Frequency	2.50 GHz
Cache	18 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Total L2 Cache	7.5 MB
Processor Base Power	65 W
Maximum Turbo Power	117 W
Memory Specifications
Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type)	128 GB
Memory Types	Up to DDR5 4800 MT/s   Up to DDR4 3200 MT/s
Max # of Memory Channels	2
Max Memory Bandwidth	76.8 GB/s
Expansion Options
Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision	4.0
Max # of DMI Lanes	8
Scalability	1S Only
PCI Express Revision	5.0 and 4.0
PCI Express Configurations ‡	Up to 1x16+4, 2x8+4
Max # of PCI Express Lanes	20
Package Specifications
Sockets Supported	FCLGA1700
Max CPU Configuration	1
Thermal Solution Specification	PCG 2020C
TJUNCTION	100°C
Package Size	45.0 mm x 37.5 mm
Advanced Technologies
Intel® Gaussian & Neural Accelerator	3.0
Intel® Thread Director	No
Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost)	Yes
Intel® Optane™ Memory Supported ‡	Yes
Intel® Speed Shift Technology	Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 ‡	No
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology ‡	2.0
Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology ‡	Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT-x) ‡	Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) ‡	Yes
Intel® VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) ‡	Yes
Intel® 64 ‡	Yes
Instruction Set	64-bit
Instruction Set Extensions	Intel® SSE4.1, Intel® SSE4.2, Intel® AVX2
Idle States	Yes
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology	Yes
Thermal Monitoring Technologies	Yes
Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD)	Yes
Security & Reliability
Intel® AES New Instructions	Yes
Secure Key	Yes
Intel® OS Guard	Yes
Execute Disable Bit ‡	Yes
Intel® Boot Guard	Yes
Mode-based Execute Control (MBEC)	Yes
Intel® Control-Flow Enforcement Technology	Yes
Warranty	3 Years
Note	*** Features, Price, Specifications are subject to change without notice.

The i5 12400f is among the most economical processors for modern gaming and productivity on LGA1700. It features six performance cores, 12 threads, 18 MB of cache, and a boost frequency of up to 4.4 GHz. Combined with the proper graphics card, it can produce excellent gaming experiences at both 1080p and 1440p resolutions, along with strong productivity and multitasking capabilities. For mid-range Intel builds that require quick and seamless performance, this CPU continues to be one of your best options while staying within budget.

Perfect Balance Between Price and Performance

In real-world gaming, pairing this processor with an RTX 4060/5060 or RX 7600-level graphics card provides high frame rates (FPS) at 1080p and respectable performance at 1440p. Additionally, 12 threads allow for more than enough power to run background applications, stream your game, or perform light video editing, making it a "jack-of-all-trades" type of CPU ideal for almost anyone. Those looking to save money will appreciate that the current pricing of the i5 12400f offers a very competitive combination of performance and value when compared to the out-of-date platforms.

Pricing & Value in India

For those tracking the i5 intel 12400f price, this processor typically sits in a highly competitive bracket compared to both older Intel chips and similarly priced Ryzen options. At ModxComputers we keep the i5-12400f price very competitive, so that you have more money available for a better GPU and/or faster SSD. Overall the cost of platform+CPU combined with the i5-12400f price, collectively represents one of the best entry to mid-range gaming CPUs available. This combination makes the 12400f price very enticing to first time builders and upgraders.

Why Buy Intel Core i5-12400F from ModxComputers?

When you purchase the i5 Gen 12400f through ModxComputers you are guaranteed a genuine Intel product, with the proper manufacturer's warranty and after-sales support provided by an experienced team that builds and stress tests Gaming PCs every day! In addition, we can provide you with a complete system by pairing your i5 12400f with the appropriate motherboard, RAM, cooling device and graphics processing unit, updating the bios, tuning settings and sending you a "ready to use" gaming rig, hence your financial investment into the i5 12400f directly correlates to dependable real-world performance!

FAQs

1. Is the i5 12400f still good enough for 1080p/1440p gaming in 2026?

Yes, the i5 12400f will be ideal for playing games at 1080p at High FPS levels and also for playing games at 1440p very well when it is coupled with a suitable mid-range GPU.

1. Is the current i5 intel 12400f price worth it for a budget gaming PC?

The Intel i5 12400f price is very attractive as far as budget to mid-range gaming PC builds are concerned and allows you to allocate the majority of your budget to a suitable GPU since it has enough CPU power to support your GPU.

1. Is the i5 gen 12400f a good option for light content creation and streaming?

Yes, the 6-Core/12 Thread configuration of the i5 gen 12400f is more than adequate to meet the needs of someone performing light to moderate video editing, performing light live-streaming, and multitasking while also completing their gaming tasks.