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Core i3-12100: Control
$180.58
In Control, the Core i3-12100 outperforms 71% desktop CPUs. It's currently in stock for $180.58. You should consider the faster Ryzen 5 9600X.
Released in 2019
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Core i3-12100 in Control
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Released in 2019
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Core i3-12100's Specifications
The CPU's core specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Release Date | Jan 4th, 2022 |
| MSRP | $122.00 |
| Current Price | $180.58 |
| Segment | Desktop |
| Codename | Alder Lake-S |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Power Consumption | 60W |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| HowManyFPS Rank | TOP 145 (Desktop) |
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 |
| Base Frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| Turbo Frequency | 4.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
| Other Features | |
|---|---|
| Built-in GPU | UHD Graphics 730 |
| RAM | 3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5) |
| Overclock Support | Not Overclockable |
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