Here are the detailed specs for the Intel Core i3-12100 (desktop CPU)
🔧 Technical Specifications
Architecture: Alder LakeS (12th Gen Intel Core); built on Intel7 (10nm)
Cores / Threads: 4 performance-only cores + HyperThreading = 8 threads
Base / Turbo Clock: 3.30GHz base, up to 4.30GHz boost
Cache: 5MB L2 + 12MB shared L3 Smart Cache
TDP / Power: 60W base (PL1), 89W max turbo (PL2)
Socket: LGA1700
💾 Memory & I/O
Memory Support: Dual-channel DDR43200 or DDR54800 (up to 128GB)
PCIe Lanes: 20 total (16× PCIe5.0 + 4× PCIe4.0)
🎮 Graphics
Integrated GPU: Intel UHD Graphics 730
24 Execution Units
300MHz base / 1.4GHz boost
Supports up to 4 displays
Output interfaces: eDP 1.4b, DP 1.4a, HDMI2.1
Max resolutions: 4096×2160@60 (HDMI), 5120×3200@120 (eDP)
🧩 Additional Features
AESNI, AVX2, Intel Quick Sync Video, IntelGauss. & Neural Accelerator 3.0, Deep Learning Boost, Speed Shift Technology, Intel Turbo Boost2.0, HyperThreading, VTx/VTd, Intel Optane support
🧪 Performance Highlights
Recognized as the best budget desktop CPU for gaming at launch, offering superb value and strong single-thread performance.
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