Intel Core i5-12400

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Intel Core i5-12400
After wrapping this up with all the graphs, we were able to run some extra tests, so here's a quick last minute look at that data: The 12400 is 17% faster than the 5600G on average, and 14% faster than the 11400F.
- As reviewed by TechSpot on Jan 2022
6
Cores
12
Threads
2.5 GHz
Base Clock
4.4 GHz
Boost Clock
Socket LGA 1700
Socket
65 W
TDP
Intel UHD Graphics 730
Integrated Graphics
$203
Price
Release date:Jan 4, 2022Price at Launch:$211
Cores:6Threads:12
Base Clock:2.5 GHzBoost Clock:4.4 GHz
Type:DesktopMultithreading:Yes
L2 Cache:7.5 MBL3 Cache:18 MB
Box Cooler:NoTDP:65 W
Socket:Socket LGA 1700Memory Support:DDR4-3200 or DDR5-4800
Codename:Alder LakeProcess Size:Intel 7
Integrated Graphics:YesiGPU Model:Intel UHD Graphics 730
NPU:NoPCIe Support:PCIe 5.0 (x16) + PCIe 4.0 (x4)
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Intel Core i5-12400 pricing

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Current $203 Dec 15, 2025
Highest* $239 Dec 10, 2025
Lowest* $128 Aug 26, 2025
Average $175
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Reviews and Ratings

89

Average Score

Based on 5 reviews

9.6

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Based on 1,495 reviews

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  • No overclocking
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After wrapping this up with all the graphs, we were able to run some extra tests, so here's a quick last minute look at that data: The 12400 is 17% faster than the 5600G on average, and 14% faster than the 11400F.

By TechSpot on
90

Similarly the Core i5-12400F is amazing, but if you've already invested in a Core i5-11400 then there isn't enough extra here to make the upgrade worthwhile. However, if you want a gaming system that will blow you away in performance terms and you've currently got a 10th Gen CPU or older, the Intel Core i5-12400F is every bit as brilliant as you could hope. It's the perfect entry point to modern technologies and wins our OC3D Gamers Choice Award.

By OC3D on
80

Even though this first benchmark run was only about pure gaming – the tendency is already really clear, just like in the previous emulation. The new Intel Core i5-12400 has what it takes to set a real scent mark in its price and performance class and to really annoy AMD’s Ryzen 5 5600X. With its 6 P-cores and HT, it’s not only virtually as fast as AMD’s Ryzen 5 5600X on paper, but it offers the better P1 values and an efficiency that’s over a third better than that of the previous front-runner Ryzen 5 5600X! That’s no small improvement either, but a whole class better. At least.

By Igor's Lab on
90

So if you have avid needs for your PC and are not a content creator demanding many threaded applications, then the proc will serve you extremely well as a desktop processor. For gaming, this CPU is downright excellent even with the fastest graphics cards, period. An affordable CPU does need an affordable infrastructure though, see keep in mind what I stated about B660 and DDR4 okay? But yeah man, the Core i5 12400 is absolutely a processor we can highly recommend.

By The Guru of 3D on
90

Intel is back with a vengeance on the desktop. Melding high-performance architecture with fantastic value, Core i5-12400 is a great choice for a shiny, new PC build in 2022.

By Club 386 on

Intel Core i5-12400F, Core i7-12700, Core i5-13400, Core i7-13700 and Core i7-13700K compared, provided by SchenkerRegardless of whether you are looking at an Alder Lake S or a Raptor Lake S CPU, all the processors we tested held up pretty well....

By NotebookCheck on

Our measurements and benchmark scores show that Alder Lake-U processors can make sense, but both Intel as well as notebook manufacturers make it rather difficult for the customer. There are multiple factors for this, starting with the sheer number of...

By NotebookCheck on

Formally announced at CES, the Core i5 12400 and other Alder Lake non-K desktop CPUs are beginning to appear in retail channels. Last week I was able to buy an Intel Core i5 12400 "Alder Lake" from a major Internet retailer for $209 USD -- and one week...

By Phoronix on

The 12400 serves up solid performance in all manner of threaded productivity applications, and its snappy single-threaded performance beats even the fastest Ryzen 5000 processors. Additionally, the Core i5-12400 delivers incredible levels of gaming performance but at a much lower price point than any comparable AMD processor, setting a new bar for budget gaming chips.

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