Intel Core i5-12400F
CPUs

Core i5-12400F

Intel

Released Jan 1, 2022 · Analysis updated Mar 4, 2026

An efficient gaming CPU with strong stock performance and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Intel Core i5-12400F scores 88/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the cpus category. Coverage includes reviews from Pcgamer, Techpowerup, and Pcgamesn.

Critic Score

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88

based on 3 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 3 reviews

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Pros

  • Strong gaming performance(2)

Cons

  • No e-cores(2)

3 Expert Reviews

95
Jan 25, 2022

Without the unprecedented overclocking potential inside the i5 12400 I'd be heartily recommending this chip forms the basis of your next budget gaming PC build. With it, this processor stands a good c...

85
Jan 18, 2022

The Intel Core i5-12400F offers exceptional gaming performance at $180, making it a compelling AMD challenger for budget-conscious gamers.

83
Mar 27, 2024

This six-core Intel Alder Lake CPU is a long way from the performance of the Core i5 12600K, but the price is amazing.