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Core i5-12400F: DOOM Eternal

Name: Intel Core i5-12400F
Brand: Intel

$159.99

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In DOOM Eternal, the Core i5-12400F outperforms 76% desktop CPUs. It's currently in stock for $159.99. You should consider the faster Ryzen 5 9600X.

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INTEL CPU Core i5-12400F / 6/12 / 2.5GHz / 6xxChipset / BX8071512400F

^$159⁹⁹

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Core i5-12400F in DOOM Eternal

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Actual FPS may vary due to overclocking, background apps, RAM speeds (XMP/EXPO), and thermal throttling.

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Core i5-12400F's Specifications

The CPU's core specifications

General
Release Date	Jan 4th, 2022
MSRP	$174.00
Current Price	$159.99
Segment	Desktop
Codename	Alder Lake-S
Socket	LGA1700
Power Consumption	65W

Performance
HowManyFPS Rank	TOP 120 (Desktop)
Cores / Threads	6 / 12
Base Frequency	2.5 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz
L3 Cache	18 MB

Other Features
Built-in GPU	No Integrated Graphics
RAM	3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
Overclock Support	Not Overclockable

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i5-12400F

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Core i5-12400F in Gaming PCs

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Core i5-12400F in Other Games

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