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Intel Core i9-12900K
AMD Phenom II X2 B59
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 i9-12900K and AMD Phenom II X2 B59General
| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Core i9-12900K | Phenom II X2 B59 |
| Segment | Desktop | Unknown |
| Codename | Alder Lake | Callisto |
| Release Date | Nov 2021 | Jan 2012 |
| Integrated Graphics | None | None |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes | No |
CPU
| Cores | 16 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Threads | 24 | 2 |
| Base Clock | 3.20 | 3.40 |
| Turbo Clock | 5.10 | 0.00 |
| L1 Cache | 640 KB | 256 KB |
| L2 Cache | 10 MB | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 6 MB |
Package
| Lithography | 10 nm | 45 nm |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA 1700 | AM3/AM2+ |
| TDP | 125 | 80 |