Technical assessment
A summary based on specifications and results.
6.9Good
Intel Core i5-12450HX is a Laptop processor with 8 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 17596 and a single-thread rating of 3291. Its stated TDP is 148 W.
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Intel Core i5-12450HX
Explore Intel Core i5-12450HX technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.
Last updated: 2026-10-206.9/ 10
Technical rating
Good
Intel Core i5-12450HX is a Laptop processor with 8 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 17596 and a single-thread rating of 3291. Its stated TDP is 148 W.
CPU Mark17,596
1,822 samples
Single Thread3,291
Overall rank#1,208
of 6,054
Reference price—
Good
Specification context
What do these specifications mean in practice?
The Intel Core i5-12450HX is a Laptop released in 2023. Recorded specifications include a 148 W reference TDP, a 17,596 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.
Read the performance results
The 17,596 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 3,291 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.
Platform and compatibility
No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.
Memory and power
Recorded memory support: DDR5-4800. The 148 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.
FAQ
Common processor questions
What are the key Intel Core i5-12450HX specifications?
The main recorded details are a 148 W reference TDP, a 17,596 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.
Is the Intel Core i5-12450HX good for gaming?
The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.
Which motherboards support the Intel Core i5-12450HX?
A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.
How much power does the Intel Core i5-12450HX use?
The recorded reference TDP is 148 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.
This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.
Multi-axis comparison
How does this processor compare?
A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.
Overall and multi-core performance
A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.
01Intel Core Ultra 5 225UIntel17,695 points
02Intel Core i5-12450HXThis CPU17,596 points
03AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS Creator EditionAMD17,595 points
04AMD Ryzen 5 7535HSAMD17,545 points
05Intel Core Ultra 7 265UIntel17,504 points
Single-thread performance
Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.
01Intel Core Ultra 7 265UIntel3,608 points
02Intel Core Ultra 5 225UIntel3,560 points
03Intel Core i5-12450HXThis CPU3,291 points
04AMD Ryzen 5 7535HSAMD3,094 points
05AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS Creator EditionAMD3,058 points
Performance per watt
Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.
01Intel Core Ultra 5 225UIntel1,179.7 Mark/W
02Intel Core Ultra 7 265UIntel1,166.9 Mark/W
03AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS Creator EditionAMD502.7 Mark/W
04AMD Ryzen 5 7535HSAMD501.3 Mark/W
05Intel Core i5-12450HXThis CPU118.9 Mark/W
Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.
Detailed benchmark results
Snapshot from 2026-10-20
Core specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Category | Laptop |
| Release year | 2023 |
| Socket | — |
| Cores / threads | 8 / — |
| Base clock | — |
| Max turbo | — |
| TDP | 148 W |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics for 12th Gen Intel Processors |
Memory support
| Memory type | DDR4 / DDR5 |
|---|---|
| Official speed | DDR4-3200 / DDR5-4800 |
| Maximum capacity | 128 GB |
Cache hierarchy
L1I4 x 32 KB
L1D4 x 48 KB
L24 x 1280 KB
L312 MB