Intel Core i7-12700K vs Intel Core i7-12700KF

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i7-12700K and Intel Core i7-12700KF CPUs. The Intel Core i7-12700K is 1% faster and 7% cheaper than Intel Core i7-12700KF.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i7-12700K
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PRICE£184.26£196.48
CPU MARK3439734096
VALUE187174
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP190W190W
EFFICIENCY181179
CORES8 x 3.60 GHz8 x 3.60 GHz
TURBO5.00 GHz5.00 GHz
THREADS40123985
DATEQ4/2021Q4/2021

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-12700K

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 7 7700
34472
£256.64
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
34296
£359.99
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G
31673
£221.97

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-12700KF

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
34296
£359.99
AMD Ryzen 7 7700
34472
£256.64
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G
31673
£221.97

Is Intel Core i7-12700K better than Intel Core i7-12700KF?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i7-12700K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i7-12700KF by 7%.


The Intel Core i7-12700K is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 190 watts and a CPUMark score of 34397. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 181. The Intel Core i7-12700KF efficiency score is 179. So, the Intel Core i7-12700K leads by 1%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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