Intel Core i9-12900KF vs Intel Core i9-12900KS

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i9-12900KF and Intel Core i9-12900KS CPUs. The Intel Core i9-12900KF is 7% slower and 21% cheaper than Intel Core i9-12900KS.

Specifications comparison

PRICE£239.99£289.99
CPU MARK4096643724
VALUE171151
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP241W150W
EFFICIENCY170291
CORES8 x 3.20 GHz8 x 3.40 GHz
TURBO5.20 GHz5.50 GHz
THREADS41444331
DATEQ4/2021Q2/2022

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-12900KF

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 7 7700
34472
£256.64
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
34296
£359.99
AMD Ryzen 9 7900
48335
£458

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-12900KS

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 9 7900
48335
£458
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£458.99
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£529.98

Is Intel Core i9-12900KF better than Intel Core i9-12900KS?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i9-12900KF offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-12900KS by 12%.


The Intel Core i9-12900KF is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 241 watts and a CPUMark score of 40966. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 170. The Intel Core i9-12900KS efficiency score is 291. So, the Intel Core i9-12900KS leads by 71%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.