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Intel Core i9-12900T

Explore Intel Core i9-12900T technical reviews, benchmark score, key specifications, compatibility and closest alternatives for a faster buying or upgrade decision.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
7.9/ 10
Technical rating

Very good

Intel Core i9-12900T is a Desktop processor with 16 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 28576 and a single-thread rating of 3689. Its stated TDP is 35 W.

CPU Mark28,576
105 samples
Single Thread3,689
Overall rank#618
of 6,054
Reference price$489.00

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Very good
7.9Very good

Intel Core i9-12900T is a Desktop processor with 16 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 28576 and a single-thread rating of 3689. Its stated TDP is 35 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core i9-12900T is a Desktop released in 2022. Recorded specifications include a 35 W reference TDP, a 28,576 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 28,576 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 3,689 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 35 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What is the Intel Core i9-12900T CPU Mark score?

The currently recorded result is 28,576 CPU Mark, with 3,689 points in the single-thread test. Results can move as the benchmark database is updated.

When was the Intel Core i9-12900T released?

The recorded release year is 2022. Use the platform, socket and memory generation—not the year alone—to judge the remaining upgrade path.

What are the key Intel Core i9-12900T specifications?

The main recorded details are a 35 W reference TDP, a 28,576 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core i9-12900T 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 i9-12900T?

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 i9-12900T use?

The recorded reference TDP is 35 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.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01AMD Ryzen AI 9 H 465AMD28,881 points
02Intel Core i9-12900TThis CPU28,576 points
03AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HSAMD28,559 points
04AMD Ryzen 7 8745HSAMD28,514 points
05AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3DAMD28,286 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HSAMD3,762 points
02AMD Ryzen 7 8745HSAMD3,720 points
03Intel Core i9-12900TThis CPU3,689 points
04AMD Ryzen AI 9 H 465AMD3,497 points
05AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3DAMD3,233 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01AMD Ryzen AI 9 H 465AMD1,031.5 Mark/W
02Intel Core i9-12900TThis CPU816.5 Mark/W
03AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HSAMD634.6 Mark/W
04AMD Ryzen 7 8745HSAMD633.6 Mark/W
05AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3DAMD269.4 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

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
332,111.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
19,871.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
19,448.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
113.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
73,934.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
104,917.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
1,754.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
37,986.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryDesktop
Release year2022
Socket—
Cores / threads16 / —
Base clock—
Max turbo—
TDP35 W
Integrated graphicsIntel UHD Graphics 770

Memory support

DDR4
Memory typeDDR4 / DDR5
Official speedDDR4-3200 / DDR5-4800
Maximum capacity128 GB

Cache hierarchy

L1I8 x 32 KB
L1D8 x 48 KB
L28 x 1280 KB
L330 MB