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Overview

The Core 5 120UL is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-PS (2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 10,558 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core 5 120UL

#794

Phenom II X4 820

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

108%

#795

Core 2 Quad Q6700

MSRP: $530|Avg: $50

107%

#796

Pentium G4560

MSRP: $64|Avg: $85

106%

#797

Pentium Dual-Core E2220

MSRP: $32|Avg: $32

106%

#798

Core i5-8400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $179

106%

#799

Athlon 240GE

MSRP: $75|Avg: $110

106%

#800

Core i3-2120T

MSRP: $127|Avg: $38

106%

#801

Pentium G860

MSRP: $86|Avg: $36

105%

#802

Celeron G3900TE

MSRP: $42|Avg: $45

105%

#803

FX-8140

MSRP: $225|Avg: $120

104%

#804

Core i5-7500T

MSRP: $202|Avg: $130

103%

#805

Athlon 64 3600+

MSRP: $149|Avg: $15

101%

#806

Celeron G1620

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

101%

#807

Core i7-870

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

101%

#808

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

101%

#809

Core 5 120UL

MSRP: $277|Avg: $270

100%

#810

A6-7400K

MSRP: $101|Avg: $43

100%

#811

Ryzen Embedded V3C14

MSRP: $305|Avg: $305

100%

#812

Athlon II X4 651

MSRP: $92|Avg: $92

100%

#813

Athlon II X2 210e

MSRP: $60|Avg: $28

99%

#814

Phenom X4 9100e

MSRP: $200|Avg: $35

99%

#815

Athlon II X3 425e

MSRP: $79|Avg: $58

99%

#816

Celeron 2.60

MSRP: $53|Avg: $10

98%

#817

Core i7-9700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $276

98%

#818

Athlon X4 740

MSRP: $71|Avg: $71

95%

#819

Core i9-13900TE

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

95%

#820

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

94%

#821

Ryzen Embedded V2546

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

93%

#822

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

93%

#823

Phenom II X3 700e

MSRP: $125|Avg: $40

93%

#824

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core 5 120UL across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core 5 120UL specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core 5 120UL is a 10-core / 12-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake-PS (2024) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.6 GHz from a base frequency of 1.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 12 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 10,558, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Core 5 120UL
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	10C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Raptor Lake-PS (2024)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	12 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1.25 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80 kB (per core)
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	10,558

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Memory & Platform

The Core 5 120UL fits into the LGA1700 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory.

Specification	Core 5 120UL
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1700
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 5.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core 5 120UL has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core 5 120UL
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $270 (MSRP: $277), the Core 5 120UL delivers 39 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1264 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core 5 120UL
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$277
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$270
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1264
Release DateLaunch date	8 April 2024 (1 year ago)
Release Year	2024
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel