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Intel Core i5-2500K
Intel Core i9-12900T
Review
General overview and comparison of the processorsSingle-Core Performance
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Performance
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Power Efficiency
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Benchmarks
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Specifications
Comparing technical specifications of the Intel Core i5-2500K and Intel Core i9-12900TGeneral
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Core i5-2500K | Core i9-12900T |
| Segment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Codename | Sandy Bridge | Alder Lake |
| Release Date | Dec 2010 | Jan 2022 |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 3000 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes | No |
CPU
| Cores | 4 | 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Threads | 4 | 24 |
| Base Clock | 3.30 | 1.40 |
| Turbo Clock | 0.00 | 4.80 |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB | 640 KB |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 10 MB |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 30 MB |
Package
| Lithography | 32 nm | 10 nm |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA 1700 |
| TDP | 95 | 35 |