Intel 12th Gen Core i9-12900KS processor now official

Intel is really setting the bar for speedy desktop processors. Intel unveils their newest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS which is focused on desktop gamers and content creators.

The i9-12900KS processor possesses 16 cores (eight Performance-cores and eight Efficient-cores) and 24 threads, a max turbo frequency of up to 5.5GHz paired with Intel Thermal Velocity, a processor base power of 150W, Intel Smart Cache of 30MB for additional performance, and PCIe Gen 5.0 and 4.0 support.

It also has the Intel Adaptive Boost Technology for improved gaming performance by opportunistically allowing higher multi-core turbo frequencies. It also supports up to DDR5 4800 MT/s and DDR4 3200 MT/s and its chipset is well-suited for Z690 motherboards as long the BIOS is on its latest version for a better experience. Take note that this processor can be overclocked taking its performance of it to the next level.

“Intel continues to push the envelope for desktop gaming with the new 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS processor. Based on Intel’s 12th Gen performance hybrid architecture, this processor can hit 5.5 GHz on up to two cores for the first time, giving the most extreme gamers the ability to maximize performance.”

–Marcus Kennedy, general manager of Gaming, Creator & Esports Segment at Intel

The Intel i9-12900KS processor special edition will be available on April 5 with a suggested retail price of USD 739PHP 43,369INR 62,630EUR 704CNY 5,379.