Intel Core i3-12100 - Core i3 12th Gen Alder Lake Quad-Core 3.3 GHz LGA 1700 Processor 60W Intel UHD Graphics 730 Desktop Processor - BX8071512100

The Intel Core i3-12100 (BX8071512100) is a 12th Generation Alder Lake desktop processor featuring 4 Performance-cores and 8 threads with a 3.3 GHz base clock and up to 4.3 GHz Turbo Boost frequency, built on Intel 7 process for efficient multitasking and responsive performance in everyday computing and light gaming. It includes 12 MB of Intel Smart Cache, integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 (300 MHz base, up to 1.4 GHz dynamic frequency, 24 execution units) supporting up to four displays at 4K@60Hz via HDMI 2.1/DP 1.4a, and a 60W base TDP (up to 89W max turbo power) with the included Laminar RM1 cooler.



Designed for LGA 1700 socket motherboards, it supports dual-channel DDR5-4800 or DDR4-3200 memory, PCIe 5.0/4.0 lanes, and advanced features like Intel Thread Director for optimized hybrid scheduling. Ideal for budget-conscious builders seeking strong single- and multi-threaded efficiency in productivity, media, and entry-level gaming systems without a discrete GPU.