Intel Launches 12th Gen Core i9-12900KS as World’s Fastest Processor

Intel today announced full details and availability of the new 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS, the world’s fastest desktop processor. It offers a maximum turbo frequency of up to 5.5 GHz, according to Intel specifications the processor has the technology Intel Adaptive Boost (Intel ABT) to provide the best gaming experience.

“Intel continues to push the boundaries of gaming desktops with the new 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS processor. Based on Intel’s 12th Gen high-performance hybrid architecture, this processor can reach 5.50 GHz on up to two cores for the first time, giving extreme gamers the ability to maximize performance,” says Marcus. Kennedy, general manager of Intel’s gaming, content creators and esports segment.

The unlocked i9-12900KS processor is the ultimate for enthusiasts and gamers who want the fastest processor available. With 16 cores (eight performance cores and eight efficiency cores) and 24 threads, and a maximum turbo frequency of up to 5.5 GHz, a base processor power of 150 W and 30 MB of Intel Smart Cache for even more power and gaming performance.

Key features and capabilities of the i9-12900KS include:

• Maximum turbo frequency up to 5.5 GHz with Intel Thermal Velocity Boost.
• Intel Adaptive Boost Technology to improve gaming performance by opportunistically enabling higher multi-core turbo frequencies.
• 16 cores (eight P cores and eight E cores), 24 threads, 150W processor base power, 30MB Intel Smart Cache, and support for PCIe Gen 5.0 and 4.0.
• Supports up to DDR5 4800MT/s and DDR4 3200MT/s.
• Chipset compatible with existing Z690 motherboards with the latest recommended BIOS for the best gaming experience.
• The i9-12900KS processor enables gamers and overclocking enthusiasts to take performance to the next level.

When this special edition processor is available on April 5, it will arrive with an MSRP of $739 in the US.