Intel Core i5-12600K Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked  LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W

Best cpu for value and gaming

This thing runs like a beast. I can get a 43% OC in Ai tweaker and even stress testing getting the CPU up to 80C it still runs rock solid. I got mine on sale for $182 and at that price its an absolute steal.

Recieved cpu broken didnt build pc in time for return and now i cant return it.

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Pensé que siempre estaría a 120 Watts pero se regula solo.

was hoping to overclock unit but did not get much from that ... got pretty hot ... works as intended just did not win the silicone lottery

Alder Lake is where its at. CPU does a phenomenal job at playing demanding games. I built my PC for flight simulation games and other higher-end titles, and this CPU is super powerful and up to the job. Buy it!

The i5-12600K offers great performance for its price, although with the release of the 13600K, it may not be that good value. Gaming at 1440p is fine with this CPU, and productivity is great.

Good performing chip on my secondary Z690 system. Performance is as expected. This is a nice I5 12600k which performs better than some of the 13th gen I5s at a better price. Works on wither Z690 or Z790 Motherboards.

This Intel Core i5 processor is domination market share for gaming PCs all over the world!