Name: Intel Core i5-12400 Processor - Dual-Channel, 18MB Cache
Brand: Intel

Intel Core i5-12400 Processor - Dual-Channel, 18MB Cache arrives from Intel's 12th-generation Alder Lake family and launched in Q1'22 as a versatile desktop CPU for mainstream and gaming builds.

The Intel Core i5-12400 packs six performance cores with 12 threads, a base frequency of 2.5 GHz and a boost up to 4.4 GHz, delivering responsive single‑threaded performance and solid multi‑tasking for typical PC and client workloads.

With 18 MB of Smart Cache, support for dual‑channel memory (DDR4 and DDR5) and a maximum supported memory capacity of 128 GB, the i5‑12400 balances capacity and bandwidth (up to 76.8 GB/s) for productivity, content creation, and gaming scenarios.

The CPU uses the LGA 1700 socket, a 65 W base power rating and a maximum turbo power of 117 W, making it suitable for compact to mid‑tower systems when paired with appropriate cooling that meets the PCG 2020C thermal specification.

Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 handles everyday graphics tasks and light media workloads with a base graphics frequency of 300 MHz and dynamic speeds up to 1.45 GHz, supporting up to four displays and high resolutions (DisplayPort up to 7680 x 4320, HDMI up to 4096 x 2160).

Modern platform features include PCIe 5.0/4.0 support (up to 20 lanes), DMI4 connectivity, hardware virtualization (VT‑x, VT‑d), Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, AES‑NI, Quick Sync Video and numerous security and manageability technologies suited to business and gaming markets.

Typical use cases for the i5‑12400 include mainstream gaming rigs paired with a discrete GPU, home and office PCs that require strong single‑threaded performance, and entry content‑creation systems that benefit from fast memory bandwidth and Quick Sync acceleration.

Key selling points: strong single‑core boost to 4.4 GHz, 6 cores / 12 threads, 18 MB Smart Cache, dual‑channel DDR4/DDR5 support, integrated UHD 730 graphics, and broad platform features for expandability and security.