Core i7-12700K vs Core i7-12700KF

Intel Core i7-12700K ≈ ₹33,100 today · 2021 Buy now

Intel Core i7-12700KF ≈ ₹26,100 today · 2021 Buy now

Verdict: Core i7-12700K and Core i7-12700KF are within a few percent in gaming performance, so pick on price, power and features. At today's approximate prices, Core i7-12700KF gives more estimated performance for the money.

Performance (estimate)

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Core i7-12700K Core i7-12700KF

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Why pick Core i7-12700K

Has integrated graphics: works without a graphics card

Why pick Core i7-12700KF

About ₹7,000 cheaper today

Specifications

	Core i7-12700K	Core i7-12700KF
Architecture	Golden Cove + Gracemont	Golden Cove + Gracemont
Code name	Alder Lake	Alder Lake
Process	Intel 7	Intel 7
Cores	12	12
P-cores + E-cores	8P + 4E	8P + 4E
Threads	20	20
Boost clock	4.9 GHz	4.9 GHz
Base clock	3.6 GHz	3.6 GHz
L2 cache	12 MB	12 MB
L3 cache	25 MB	25 MB
TDP (rated)	125 W	125 W
Socket	LGA1700	LGA1700
Memory	DDR4/DDR5	DDR4/DDR5
Max memory speed	DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200	DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200
PCIe	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
Overclocking	Unlocked	Unlocked
Cooler in the box	Not included	Not included
Integrated graphics	Intel UHD 770	—
Released	2021	2021
Price today (≈)	₹33,100	₹26,100

FAQ

Is Core i7-12700K better than Core i7-12700KF?

Core i7-12700K and Core i7-12700KF are within a few percent in gaming performance, so pick on price, power and features. At today's approximate prices, Core i7-12700KF gives more estimated performance for the money.

Which uses less power, Core i7-12700K or Core i7-12700KF?

Both are rated at 125 W.

Which is better value, Core i7-12700K or Core i7-12700KF?

Going by today's prices (shown at the top of this page in your currency), Core i7-12700KF gives more estimated performance for the money than Core i7-12700K. Prices change daily, so check the shop before you buy.