Intel Core i7 12th Generation Processors: Overview
The Intel Core i7 12th Generation family is a line of Intel processors built on the Alder Lake architecture. The name "Core i7" marks the upper-middle tier of the Core range. The 12th generation uses a hybrid design, with Performance-cores and Efficient-cores on one chip.
Intel publishes specifications for each model. For example, the Intel Core i7-12700 has 12 cores, 20 threads, a Performance-core maximum turbo frequency of 4.90 GHz, 25 MB of L3 cache, and a 125 W TDP. The Intel Core i7-12700K has a maximum turbo frequency of 5.00 GHz with the same 25 MB cache. These models are desktop processors that use the FCLGA1700 socket.
Core i7 12th Generation Price
The price of an Intel Core i7 12th Generation processor depends on the model, the seller, and the market. Intel lists a launch price for the Core i7-12700 of $349 (MSRP). Current retail prices vary, so check a current price list from a reseller before you buy.
Mobile Core i7-1255U Used in Thinvent Products
Thinvent products use the Intel Core i7-1255U, a 12th generation mobile processor in the i7 series. It has 10 cores, a maximum frequency of up to 4.7 GHz, and 12 MB of cache. Thinvent does not offer the desktop i7-12700 or i7-12700K in its range.
Thinvent Products with Intel Core i7-1255U
Thinvent's range includes these models with the Intel Core i7-1255U:
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Thinvent Aero Mini PC, with 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB DDR4 RAM and 32 GB, 512 GB SSD options
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Thinvent Treo Mini PC, with 4 GB to 64 GB DDR4 RAM and 128 GB to 1 TB SSD options
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Thinvent Industrial PC IPC5, with 16 GB or 32 GB DDR4 RAM and 1 TB SSD
All listed models include dual LAN and a 12V 7A adapter. Operating systems include Thinux Embedded Linux, Ubuntu Linux, Windows 11 Pro, and DOS. Some models ship without an OS.
Thinvent Products Featuring Intel 12th Generation i7
Thinvent builds mini PCs and industrial PCs on the Intel Core i7-1255U. Choose the Aero for compact desktop use, the Treo for general mini PC needs, or the IPC5 for industrial installations.
