The Intel Core i3-12100 processor (CM8071504651012) is part of Intel’s 12th-generation Alder Lake series, designed for desktop systems. This quad-core processor with 8-thread support operates at a base frequency of 3.3 GHz, boostable to 4.3 GHz via Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 technology. It features 12 MB of L3 cache, delivering strong performance for everyday tasks, light gaming, and multimedia applications.
Manufactured using a 7nm process, it is compatible with the LGA1700 socket and has a base power consumption (TDP) of 60W, with a maximum turbo power of 89W. The TRAY version indicates it is supplied without a cooler, requiring a separate cooling solution. It supports technologies like Intel Hyper-Threading, Intel VT-x, Intel AES-NI, and others for enhanced security and performance.
Specifications:
- Cores/Threads: 4C/8T.
- Base Frequency: 3.3 GHz.
- Turbo Boost Frequency: up to 4.3 GHz.
- L3 Cache: 12 MB.
- Socket: LGA1700.
- Process: 7 nm.
- Power (TDP): 60W (max 89W).
- Memory Support: DDR4 and DDR5 (depending on motherboard).
- Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 730.
- Version: TRAY (no cooler included).
Target Audience:
Ideal for basic office PCs, home systems, light gaming, and multimedia tasks. Recommended for users planning to build a budget PC with upgrade potential.