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Overview

The Core i3-12300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 13,162 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 i3-12300T

#515

Pentium G645T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

103%

#516

Core i3-4360T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

103%

#517

Pentium G4500

MSRP: $75|Avg: $34

103%

#518

Core i7-14700T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $384

103%

#519

Core i3-13100TE

MSRP: $137|Avg: $137

102%

#520

Core i5-6500TE

MSRP: $192|Avg: $60

102%

#521

FX-8100

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

102%

#522

Celeron E1600

MSRP: $53|Avg: $10

102%

#523

Core i5-9600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $118

101%

#524

Celeron E3400

MSRP: $53|Avg: $15

101%

#525

Core i5-7600K

MSRP: $217|Avg: $84

101%

#526

Core i5-12400T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

101%

#527

Core i9-14900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $579

101%

#528

Celeron G6900E

MSRP: $53|Avg: $53

100%

#529

Pentium G3250

MSRP: $171|Avg: $25

100%

#530

Core i3-12300T

MSRP: $209|Avg: $164

100%

#531

Core i9-12900

MSRP: $519|Avg: $420

100%

#532

Ryzen 3 8300G

MSRP: $176|Avg: $176

100%

#533

Athlon II X2 250e

MSRP: $77|Avg: $15

100%

#534

Ryzen 7 1700

MSRP: $140|Avg: $185

99%

#535

Core i7-11700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $299

99%

#536

Core i5-10600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $179

99%

#537

Core i5-3570S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $59

99%

#538

Pentium E5800

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

99%

#539

Ryzen Embedded V2718

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

99%

#540

Core i3-10325

MSRP: $154|Avg: $130

99%

#541

Core i3-2120

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

99%

#542

Core i7-8086K

MSRP: $425|Avg: $178

98%

#543

Core i3-10300T

MSRP: $157|Avg: $100

98%

#544

Core i9-10900TE

MSRP: $309|Avg: $180

98%

#545

Celeron G3920

MSRP: $40|Avg: $30

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i3-12300T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i3-12300T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-12300T is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.2 GHz from a base frequency of 2.3 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 80K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 13,162, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i3-12300T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Alder Lake-S (2022)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 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	80K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	163 mm2
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	13,162

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-12300T fits into the LGA1700 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 memory.

Specification	Core i3-12300T
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	DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i3-12300T has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i3-12300T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $164 (MSRP: $209), the Core i3-12300T delivers 80 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1131 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i3-12300T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$209
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$164
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1131
Release DateLaunch date	Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago)
Release Year	2022
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel