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Overview

The Core i7-12700TE 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 12 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 19,744 points. Launch price was $299.

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 i7-12700TE

#682

Celeron G1840

MSRP: $35|Avg: $30

105%

#683

Core i5-2500

MSRP: $294|Avg: $69

105%

#684

Pentium G4520

MSRP: $86|Avg: $45

105%

#685

Ryzen 3 2300X

MSRP: $129|Avg: N/A

104%

#686

Ryzen Embedded V1202B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

104%

#687

Core i3-10100

MSRP: $122|Avg: $146

104%

#688

Ryzen 5 PRO 5650GE

MSRP: $311|Avg: $311

103%

#689

Pentium D 940

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

103%

#690

Celeron G3900E

MSRP: $107|Avg: $35

103%

#691

Core i3-4330

MSRP: $138|Avg: $60

103%

#692

Celeron G6900

MSRP: $52|Avg: $77

103%

#693

Core i5-7600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $114

102%

#694

Core i9-11900K

MSRP: $539|Avg: $435

102%

#695

Core 2 Duo E8200

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

101%

#696

Athlon 64 3500+

MSRP: $272|Avg: $10

101%

#697

Core i7-12700TE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $350

100%

#698

Core i9-12900E

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

100%

#699

Core i5-4690K

MSRP: $243|Avg: $101

100%

#700

Core i7-6700

MSRP: $303|Avg: $143

100%

#701

Celeron G4900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $40

99%

#702

Pentium E5300

MSRP: $62|Avg: $25

99%

#703

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $452

99%

#704

Core i9-9900KS

MSRP: $513|Avg: $350

98%

#705

Core i5-2500S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $61

98%

#706

Celeron G3900

MSRP: $42|Avg: $39

98%

#707

Core i5-11600T

MSRP: $262|Avg: $262

98%

#708

Athlon 64 X2 3800+

MSRP: $354|Avg: $20

97%

#709

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

97%

#710

Core i9-9900K

MSRP: $488|Avg: $331

97%

#711

Core i7-3930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $150

97%

#712

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

MSRP: $899|Avg: $540

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-12700TE across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-12700TE specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-12700TE is a 12-core / 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.6 GHz from a base frequency of 1.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 25 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 19,744, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i7-12700TE
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	12C / 20T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Alder Lake-S (2022)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	25 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	215 mm2
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	19,744

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-12700TE fits into the LGA1700 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel memory.

Specification	Core i7-12700TE
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1700
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i7-12700TE 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 i7-12700TE
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $350 (MSRP: $378), the Core i7-12700TE delivers 56 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #792 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-12700TE
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$378
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$350
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#792
Release DateLaunch date	Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago)
Release Year	2022
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel