Micro Center Intel Core i7-12700K 12(8P+4E) Cores up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked LGA 1700 Desktop Processor with Integrated Graphics Bundle with MSI PRO Z790-P WiFi DDR4 Motherboard

Price: $409.99 - $374.99
(as of Aug 13, 2024 23:02:21 UTC – Details)

Product Description

Intel Core i7-12700K Desktop Processor Specification

Total Cores 12 Total Threads 20 Max Turbo Frequency 5.00 GHz Cache 25 MB Intel Smart Cache Total L2 Cache 12 MB Maximum Turbo Power 190 W Max Memory Size Dual Channel up to 128GB Memory Type DDR5/DDR4 PCI Express Revision 5.0 and 4.0 Processor Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 770 Sockets Supported LGA1700 ECC Memory Supported Yes

MSI PRO Z790-P WiFi DDR4 ProSeries Motherboard Specification

Form Factor ATX CPU Socket Support Dual Channel DDR4 up to 128GB M.2 Slot 4x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Slot SATA Slot 6x SATA 6GB/s USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C 1 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type C 1 LAN Intel 2.5Gbps LAN WIRELESS LAN & BLUETOOTH Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.3 OPERATING SYSTEM Windows 11/ 10 64-bit

Supports Intel Core 12th & 13th Gen Processors

The PRO Z790-P WIFI DDR4 motherboard supports 12th & 13th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.

Form Factor: ATX

Socket Type: LGA 1700

Chipset: Intel Z790

14 Duet Rail Power System with 55A DrMOS

With its dual 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, the PRO Z790-P WIFI DDR4 is able to sustain heavy CPU power loads to support system-demanding settings:

1. Digital PWM IC

2. 14 Duet Rail Power System with 55A DrMOS

3. 1-Phase GT Power

4. 1-Phase AUX Power

Integrated Cooling Features

VRM Cooling: Features an Extended Heatsink design and 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads for improved thermal dissipation.

PCB Cooling: A 6-layer server-grade printed circuit design with 2 oz. thickened copper improves heat dissipation & performance.

SSD Cooling: M.2 Shield Frozr prevents thermal throttling.

System Cooling: Connect and synchronize cooling with strategically placed pin-headers – including a dedicated pump-fan header.

Fortified PCI-e 5.0 x16 Slot

MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points to support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor also shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference:

1 x PCI-e 5.0/4.0/3.0 x16 slot (with Steel Armor**)

1 x PCI-e 4.0/3.0 x16 slot*

* Supports x4

** MSI Surface Mount Technology (SMT) solder welding improves signal clarity.

Lightning Gen4 M.2 Connectors

The PRO Z790-P WIFI DDR4 motherboard features MSI’s latest M.2 slots:

4 x Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots

M.2 Shield Frozr

Even the world’s fastest SSDs will automatically slow if thermal throttling firmware detects excessively high temperatures.

M.2 Shield Frozr: MSI’s most advanced thermal solution, offering the best possible protection to ensure maximum SSD transfer speed performance.

4 x DDR4 Dual Channel (5333 MHz OC)

Memory Boost: A fully-isolated DDR circuit delivers pure data signals for optimal gaming and overclocking performance.

XMP profiles in MSI BIOS are MSI OC LAB optimized and can be easily enabled with auto power settings for optimized memory speed and stability.

* 1DPC 1R Max. overclocking frequency 5333+ MHz, supports Intel XMP.

Wi-Fi 6E & Bluetooth 5.2

2.5G LAN: A 2.5Gbps LAN controller delivers a premium network gaming experience.

Wi-Fi 6E: Features the latest Wi-Fi 6E module (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & Bluetooth 5.2 technology.

USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C: Connect to devices and transfer files at high bandwidth rates: 20Gb/s.

HD Audio: 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio with Audio Boost.

The Intel Core i7-12700K is the go-to affordable chip for gamers looking for the high performance, impresses with its formidable 12 cores (8 Performance + 4 Efficiency), boasting speeds up to 5.0 GHz when pushed to the limit, the base clock speed of 4800 MHz ensures reliable gaming performance
With support for DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5, this all-round performer offers up to 20 lanes of PCIe from the CPU for exceptional data throughput, providing faster data transfer rates and improved overall system performance
MSI PRO Z790-P WiFi DDR4 ProSeries Motherboard, LGA 1700 CPU Socket Support, ATX Form Factor, Supports Dual-Channel mode, 4x DDR4, Maximum Memory Capacity 128GB, 4x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 Slots, 6x SATA 6Gb/s slot, USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C & Type A Support, Intel 2.5Gbps LAN, Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Support for Windows 11/ 10 64-bit, Support Intel Core 14th/ 13th/ 12th Gen Processors
Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slot, Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2./ Intel Turbo USB 3.2 Gen 2: Powered by Intel USB 3.2 Gen2 controller, Turbo USB ensures an uninterrupted connection with more stability and fastest USB speeds./ 2.5G LAN with Wi-Fi 6E Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use./ AUDIO BOOST: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
Enhanced Power Design: 14+1+1 DRPS with 55A DrMOS, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost./ Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mK, additional choke thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience./ High Quality PCB: 6-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material