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Core i5-12600KF: Mass Effect: Andromeda

Name: Intel Core i5-12600KF
Brand: Intel

$168.98

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In Mass Effect: Andromeda, the Core i5-12600KF outperforms 83% desktop CPUs. It's currently in stock for $168.98. You should consider the faster Ryzen 5 9600X.

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Intel Core i5-12600KF Desktop Processor 10 (6P+4E) Cores up to 4.9 GHz Unlocked LGA1700 600 Series Chipset 125W

-11% ^$168⁹⁸

List Price: ~~$189.99~~

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Core i5-12600KF in Mass Effect: Andromeda

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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 i5-12600KF's Specifications

The CPU's core specifications

General
Release Date	Nov 4th, 2021
MSRP	$264.00
Current Price	$168.98
Segment	Desktop
Codename	Alder Lake-S
Socket	LGA1700
Power Consumption	125W

Performance
HowManyFPS Rank	TOP 88 (Desktop)
Cores / Threads	10 / 16
Base Frequency	3.7 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.9 GHz
L3 Cache	20 MB

Other Features
Built-in GPU	No Integrated Graphics
RAM	3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
Overclock Support	Overclockable

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Core i5-12600KF in Other Games

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