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Overview

The Core i7-12800H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-H (2022) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 24,119 points. Launch price was $457.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-12800H across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-12800H specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-12800H is a 14-core / 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake-H (2022) architecture, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 24,119, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Core i7-12800H
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	14C / 20T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Alder Lake-H (2022)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	24 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1.25 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	217 mm2
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	24,119

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-12800H fits into the FCBGA1744 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory.

Specification	Core i7-12800H
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Alder Lake-P
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1744
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i7-12800H has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i7-12800H
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	45 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #609 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-12800H
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$457
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#609
Release DateLaunch date	Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago)
Release Year	2022
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Alder Lake-P
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$457
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Alder Lake-H (2022)
Performance Ranking Position	609

Technical Specifications

14 specs

Cores	14
Threads	20
Die Size	217 mm2
L1 Cache	80K (per core)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)
Max Frequency	4.8 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.4 GHz
Efficiency Cores	8
Performance Cores	6
Process Technology	Intel 7 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+