World’s Fastest Desktop CPU

Intel has finally launched the unlocked version of its flagship i9-12900K desktop CPU. The all-new Intel Core i9-12900KS with its 5.5 GHz max turbo frequency is claimed to be the world’s fastest desktop CPU. So, let’s quickly go through the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Intel Core i9-12900KS. 

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Intel Core i9-12900KS Overview

The unlocked i9-12900KS is similar to the Core i9-12900K, with 16 cores, 24 threads, and 30MB L3 cache memory. But with the boosted base power of 150W (up from 125W), the i9-12900KS can reach a max turbo frequency of 5.5 GHz (up from 5.2GHz). 

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“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

This special edition processor has 16 cores split into two clusters - eight performance cores and eight efficient cores and supports PCIe Gen 5.0 and 4.0. It also has support for up to DDR5 4800 MT/s and DDR4 3200 MT/s. The chipset is compatible with Z690 motherboards and has Intel Adaptive Boost Technology for improved gaming performance. 

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Intel Core i9-12900KS Specifications 

• Package Size: 45.0 mm x 37.5 mm
• Total Cores: 16
• Performance-cores: 8
• Efficient-cores: 8
• Total Threads: 24
• Max Turbo Frequency: 5.50GHz
• Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 5.20 GHz
• Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.00 GHz
• Performance-core Base Frequency: 3.40 GHz
• Efficient-core Base Frequency: 2.50 GHz
• Cache: 30 MB Intel Smart Cache
• Total L2 Cache: 14 MB
• Max Memory Size: 128 GB
• Memory Types: Up to DDR5 4800 MT/s, Up to DDR4 3200 MT/s
• Processor Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 770
• Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency: 1.55 GHz
• Processor Base Power: 150 W
• Maximum Turbo Power: 241 W

Intel Core i9-12900KS Price and Availability 

Intel Core i9-12900KS comes with a price tag of $739. It will be available for purchase starting April 5 worldwide as a boxed processor and integrated into systems from Intel’s channel and OEM partners.

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