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  • Avg. price: ~£95
  • PassMark benchmark result: 17862
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.4 GHz

Intel Core i5 12450HX review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.2

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

5.7

Performance

18.0%

7.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

4.5

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.9

Platform

1.0%

7.6

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 5.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.2

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.9

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-12450HX is a mid-range mobile processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, featuring 8 cores (4 Performance and 4 Efficient) and 12 threads with a max turbo frequency of 4.40 GHz. It includes 12 MB of Intel Smart Cache, supports both DDR5-4800 and DDR4-3200 memory, and operates with a base power of 55W that can scale up to a maximum turbo power of 157W. Its main advantages include an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, support for advanced PCIe 5.0 connectivity, and strong single-core performance suitable for gaming and general productivity. However, it suffers from high power consumption under load, limited integrated graphics with only 16 execution units, and lacks support for vPro or ECC memory.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 12450HX

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.2
Intel Core i5 12450HX has a technical score of 6.18 points, which is higher than that of 67.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i5 12450HX has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.2

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.3
Intel Core i5 12450HX has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.3 points, which is higher than 79.4% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i5 12450HX belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1964
Intel Core i5 12450HX uses the FCBGA1964 CPU socket, which is older than that of 67.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

HM670, WM690
Intel Core i5 12450HX supports HM670, WM690 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 63.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i5 12450HX uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

8
Intel Core i5 12450HX has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 63.4% of processors and equal to 13.6% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

12
Intel Core i5 12450HX offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

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CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.4 GHz
Intel Core i5 12450HX reaches a boost clock of 4.4 GHz which is higher than that of 51.2% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 2.4 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
Intel Core i5 12450HX has a base clock of 4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

10 nm
Intel Core i5 12450HX uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 7
Intel Core i5 12450HX is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 66.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

12 MB
Intel Core i5 12450HX has an L3 cache of 12 MB which is larger than that of 54.4% of processors and equal to that of 9% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

7 MB
Intel Core i5 12450HX has an L2 cache of 7 MB which is larger than that of 72.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

704 KB
Intel Core i5 12450HX has an L1 cache of 704 KB which is larger than that of 77.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/DDR5
Intel Core i5 12450HX supports DDR DDR4/DDR5, which is newer than that of 79.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

4,800 MHz
Intel Core i5 12450HX supports memory speeds up to 4800 MHz, which is higher than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR5-4800 MHz
Intel Core i5 12450HX supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-4800 MHz, which is higher than that of 66.5% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

128 GB
Intel Core i5 12450HX supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 61.9% of processors and equal to 21.4% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Core i5 12450HX includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Intel UHD Graphics
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics 710
Intel Core i5 12450HX uses the Intel UHD Graphics 710 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 52.7% of processors and equal to that in 0.7% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

16
Intel Core i5 12450HX has 16 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 56.5% of processors and equal to 6.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

350 MHz
Intel Core i5 12450HX has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 12450HX supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 85% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

55 W
Intel Core i5 12450HX has a TDP of 55 W which is higher than that of 63.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.2% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

55 W
Intel Core i5 12450HX has a base power of 55 W which is higher than that of 64.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

157 W
Intel Core i5 12450HX has a boost power of 157 W which is higher than that of 87.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

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Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

no
Intel Core i5 12450HX does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 12450HX vs the average processor

  • 3.98x better multi-core performance
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (11,085 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (11,085 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.11,085 vs 2,783
  • 3.47x higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,678 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,678 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.1,678 vs 484
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).5.0 vs 3.0
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    E-core cluster: 2 MB shared
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 46.3% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,152 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,152 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,152 vs 1,471
  • 32.9% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,300 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,300 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,300 vs 2,483
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i5 12450HX uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Combines high-performance cores with lower-power efficiency cores instead of relying on just one core type.
    When it matters: When you want strong burst performance in demanding tasks without wasting as much power during lighter background work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 12450HX uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3.98x better multi-core performance
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (11,085 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 3.47x higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,678 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 46.3% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,152 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 32.9% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,300 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 63.1% higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,817 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 69.6% higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (17,862 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 4 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i5 12450HX uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 2.8x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (7 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 12450HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Alder Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 12450HX uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 83.3% larger L1 cache
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (704 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 50% larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 67.7% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (76.8 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 63.7% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,800 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.

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Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 20.8% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher die size than the average processor (215 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 2.45x higher boost power
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (157 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i5 12450HX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 22.2% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 22.2% higher TDP
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 2.45x higher boost power
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (157 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
    When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (157 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.157 W vs 64 W
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i5 12450HX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
    What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
    When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i5 12450HX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 20.8% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher die size than the average processor (215 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher die size than the average processor (215 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².215 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 12450HX supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 22.2% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.55 W vs 45 W
  • 22.2% higher TDP
    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i5 12450HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.55 W vs 45 W
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What customers like about Intel Core i5 12450HX?

  • Excellent 'bang for the buck' performance for budget-friendly gaming and productivity laptops
  • Strong multi-core performance (8 cores, 12 threads) suitable for heavy multitasking, coding, and professional workloads
  • Capable of handling modern AAA games at 1080p when paired with a decent dedicated GPU like the RTX 4050 or 4060
  • Avoids the reported motherboard stability issues found in newer 13th and 14th gen Intel HX variants
  • Supports modern DDR5 memory (up to 4800 MT/s) for faster data handling

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 12450HX?

  • High power consumption leads to poor battery life, often lasting only 2–3 hours under light use
  • Significant heat generation, with core temperatures frequently reaching 85–98°C during heavy stress
  • Integrated Intel UHD graphics are very weak and struggle with any gaming without a dedicated GPU
  • Single-core performance is somewhat dated, barely matching older mid-range chips in some benchmarks
  • Relies heavily on dual-channel RAM configurations to avoid performance bottlenecks

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Intel Core i5-12450HX - CPU Mark Performance Benchmarks Are you looking for these benchmarks to compare this processor against a specific rival, or ar...

The Intel Core i5-12450HX is a mid-range laptop processor from the 12th Generation Alder Lake-HX series, featuring a hybrid architecture with 8 cores (4 Performance and 4 Efficient) and 12 threads. It reaches turbo speeds of up to 4.4 GHz on its performance cores and supports up to 128 GB of DDR5 or DDR4 memory. With an average CPU Mark of 17,871, it ranks 244th among laptop CPUs,...Read more

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28/06/2024
Lenovo LOQ Gen 9 Review: A Well-Balanced Entry-Level Gaming PC

The Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I is an ultra-budget, "all-Intel" gaming laptop featuring a 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450HX, 24 GB of RAM, and an Intel Arc A530M GPU, offering a sober design. It is best suited for light gaming, with the Arc A530M struggling in heavy titles, although the 24 GB of RAM is a significant pro for multitasking and performance. The主要 cons include high power consumption...Read more

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02/07/2023
Lenovo LOQ 15 Series - Review Overview including i5-12450HX Variants

The Lenovo LOQ 15 is a budget-friendly gaming laptop offering robust build quality, effective cooling, and performance, featuring a durable plastic chassis and a, well-designed port layout for clean cable management. It leverages configurations with Intel or AMD processors and NVIDIA RTX 40-series GPUs, supported by Hyperchamber thermal technology to prevent throttling, alongside...Read more

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Intel Core i5-12450HX - Specifications, Benchmarks and Comparisons

The Intel Core i5-12450HX is an Alder Lake-HX mid-range mobile processor with 8 cores and 12 threads (4 E), designed to deliver desktop-level performance to budget gaming laptops. With a 55W base power and up to 157W turbo power, it excels in sustained multi-core workloads when properly cooled. Pros include exceptional value, support for PCIe Gen 5/DDR5, and an unlocked multiplier...Read more

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Lenovo LOQ 15i (Gen 9) Review: The new budget champion with i5-12450HX

The Lenovo LOQ 15i (Gen 9) is a budget-focused gaming laptop featuring Intel Raptor Lake HX CPUs and NVIDIA Ada Lovelace GPUs, offering strong performance, a 96% sRGB 144Hz display, and efficient "Hyperchamber" cooling, as noted by LaptopMedia. While boasting a comfortable keyboard and good serviceability, the device uses a plastic chassis with minor flexibility issues and suffers...Read more

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