Core Ultra 7 256V vs Core i7-12700TE
Core Ultra 7 256V
Core i7-12700TE
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 7 256V
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-12700TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 7 256V | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Lunar Lake (2024) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 7 256V | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core Ultra 7 256V and Core i7-12700TE
Core Ultra 7 256V
The Core Ultra 7 256V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 2.5 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2833. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 19,579 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i7-12700TE
The Core i7-12700TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 19,744 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 7 256V packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-12700TE offers 12 cores / 20 threads — the Core i7-12700TE has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 256V versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i7-12700TE — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 7 256V (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1.4 GHz). The Core Ultra 7 256V uses the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture (3 nm), while the Core i7-12700TE uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 7 256V scores 19,579 against the Core i7-12700TE's 19,744 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i7-12700TE. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 256V vs 25 MB (total) on the Core i7-12700TE.
| Feature | Core Ultra 7 256V | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8 | 12 / 20+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+4% | 4.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+57% | 1.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 25 MB (total)+108% |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB (per core)+100% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-70% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Lunar Lake (2024) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 19,579 | 19,744 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 10,065 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,658 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 7 256V uses the FCBGA2833 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-12700TE uses LGA1700 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core Ultra 7 256V | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2833 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR5x 8533 MT/s | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core Ultra 7 256V) / not specified (Core i7-12700TE). The Core Ultra 7 256V includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Graphics 140V), while the Core i7-12700TE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 7 256V targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core Ultra 7 256V | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 7 256V launched at $450 MSRP, while the Core i7-12700TE debuted at $378. At current prices ($350 vs $350), the Core i7-12700TE is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 7 256V delivers 55.9 pts/$ vs 56.4 pts/$ for the Core i7-12700TE — making the Core i7-12700TE the 0.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 7 256V | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $450 | $378-16% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350 | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 55.9 | 56.4 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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