Intel Core i3-12100F 12th Gen 4-Core 3.3GHz Desktop Processor

Intel Core i3-12100F 12th Gen 4-Core Desktop Processor — Socket LGA-1700 | 3.3GHz Base / 4.3GHz Boost | No Integrated Graphics

The Intel Core i3-12100F is a 12th Gen Alder Lake desktop processor offering reliable quad-core performance at an affordable price — the perfect foundation for a budget gaming or everyday PC build paired with a discrete GPU.

4 Cores. 8 Threads. Punches Above Its Price.

With 4 cores and 8 threads powered by Intel's Hyper-Threading architecture, the i3-12100F delivers surprisingly capable gaming and multitasking performance for its price class — a favorite among budget builders.

Solid Clock Speeds

A 3.3GHz base clock boosts up to 4.3GHz, keeping your system responsive for gaming, everyday computing, and light content creation without breaking a sweat.

12MB L3 Cache

12MB of L3 cache rapidly retrieves frequently used data, improving system responsiveness and keeping games and applications running smoothly.

No Integrated Graphics — Built for Discrete GPU Builds

The F suffix means no integrated graphics, making the i3-12100F an ideal value pick for dedicated gaming builds where your discrete GPU handles all display output — at a lower price than the standard i3-12100.

12th Gen Alder Lake — More Threads, Higher Clocks

Intel's 12th Gen architecture brings more threads and higher clock speeds compared to previous generations, delivering optimal and faster system performance for the price.

Specifications

• Architecture: Intel Alder Lake (12th Gen)
• Cores / Threads: 4 / 8
• Base Clock: 3.3 GHz | Boost Clock: 4.3 GHz
• L3 Cache: 12MB
• Socket: LGA-1700
• Integrated Graphics: No
• Max Temp: 100°C (212°F)
• Dimensions: 1.8" x 1.8"