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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£390
  • Avg. price in US: ~$460
  • PassMark benchmark result: 31221
  • N. of physical cores: 16
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.8 GHz

Intel Core i7 12800HX review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.0

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%

7.0

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Very good
7.0

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%

6.9

Performance

18.0%

8.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

4.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.1

Platform

1.0%

7.9

Integrated Graphics

Very 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

  • 6.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.9

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    7.1

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    4.5

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

  • 6.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.4

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    7.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    4.5

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-12800HX is a high-end mobile processor from the Alder Lake-HX series, featuring a hybrid architecture with 16 cores (8 Performance and 8 Efficient) and 24 threads. Built on the 10nm 'Intel 7' process, it offers a base clock of 2.0 GHz with a max turbo frequency of 4.8 GHz, 25 MB of L3 cache, and support for DDR5-4800 or DDR4-3200 memory. Its main advantages include desktop-class multi-threaded performance suitable for intensive rendering and gaming, an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and support for advanced PCIe 5.0 connectivity. However, its high power consumption (base 55W, up to 157W turbo) leads to significant heat generation, necessitating robust laptop cooling solutions to prevent thermal throttling, and it lacks enterprise-focused vPro or ECC memory support found in related models.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 12800HX

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

7.0
Intel Core i7 12800HX has a technical score of 7.04 points, which is higher than that of 85% 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 i7 12800HX 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%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

8.5

Price

7.5
Intel Core i7 12800HX has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is higher than 85.4% 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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+

16
Intel Core i7 12800HX has 16 CPU cores, which is more than 91.5% of processors and equal to 4% 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+

24
Intel Core i7 12800HX offers 24 CPU threads, which is more than 90.3% of processors and equal to 4% 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

4.8 GHz
Intel Core i7 12800HX reaches a boost clock of 4.8 GHz which is higher than that of 71.2% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% 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

8 x 2.0 GHz & 8 x 1.5 GHz
Intel Core i7 12800HX has a base clock of 8x2.0 GHz & 8x1.5 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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

25 MB
Intel Core i7 12800HX has an L3 cache of 25 MB which is larger than that of 87.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% 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

14 MB
Intel Core i7 12800HX has an L2 cache of 14 MB which is larger than that of 87.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.2% 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

1,408 KB
Intel Core i7 12800HX has an L1 cache of 1408 KB which is larger than that of 92.9% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated 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 32EU
Intel Core i7 12800HX uses the Intel UHD Graphics 32EU integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 62.1% of processors and equal to that in 0.9% 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

32
Intel Core i7 12800HX has 32 GPU execution units, which is more than 70.8% of processors and equal to 9.9% 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

300 MHz
Intel Core i7 12800HX has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% 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), JPEG (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core i7 12800HX supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 97.2% of processors and equal to 1.2% 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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

28 seconds
Intel Core i7 12800HX has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
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 i7 12800HX does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i7 12800HX vs the average processor

  • 10 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU 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+

    Intel Core i7 12800HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.16 vs 6
  • 2.91x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,929 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,929 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.13,929 vs 4,793
  • 16 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

    Intel Core i7 12800HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.24 vs 8
  • 2.96x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,221 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,221 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.31,221 vs 10,532.5
  • 48.4% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,685 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 i7 12800HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,685 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,685 vs 2,483
  • 66.8% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,454 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 i7 12800HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,454 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,454 vs 1,471
  • 5.6x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (14 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    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

    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (14 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.14 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).5.0 vs 3.0
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 12800HX includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i7 12800HX supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 10 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 2.91x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (13,929 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 16 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2.96x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,221 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 48.4% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,685 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 66.8% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,454 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 39.7% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (676 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 11.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 5.6x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (14 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 12800HX 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.
  • 3.13x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (25 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i7 12800HX uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 3.67x larger L1 cache
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (1,408 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 12800HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Alder Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i7 12800HX uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 12800HX supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i7 12800HX supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 71.6% slower classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (224.7 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
  • 2.45x higher boost power
    Intel Core i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 22.2% higher base power
    Intel Core i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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
  • 71.6% slower classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (224.7 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >1500

    Intel Core i7 12800HX has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (224.7 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.224.65 vs 791.745
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 12800HX supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA 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 i7 12800HX supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA 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, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 56% more expensive
    Intel Core i7 12800HX is more expensive than the average processor (£390 vs £250).
    Intel Core i7 12800HX is more expensive than the average processor (£390 vs £250).£390 vs £250
  • 22.2% higher base power
    Intel Core i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX 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 i7 12800HX?

  • Exceptional multi-threaded performance, often outperforming even higher-tier mobile CPUs like the i9-12900HK in rendering and encoding tasks
  • Effective 'desktop replacement' power, utilizing 16 cores (8P + 8E) for workstation-level workloads
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for easy overclocking on supported laptop platforms
  • Support for modern standards including PCIe Gen 5 and high-speed DDR5 memory up to 4800 MHz
  • Strong performance for CPU-intensive gaming titles, showing slight improvements over standard mobile variants

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 12800HX?

  • Extremely high power consumption, with peak turbo power reaching up to 157W–180W
  • Poor battery life, typically lasting only a few hours even during light tasks
  • Significant performance throttling when running on battery compared to being plugged in
  • Requires robust cooling solutions; some users report immediate thermal throttling issues on specific laptop models
  • Marginal gaming performance gains over the more power-efficient i7-12700H in many scenarios

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notebookcheck.net
15/09/2022
MSI Raider GE67 HX 12UGS-002 Review (featuring i7-12800HX)

The MSI Raider GE67 HX 12UGS is a high-performance gaming laptop defined by its world-first 240 Hz OLED display, offering near-instant 0.2 ms response times and exceptional color accuracy. It features the powerful Intel Core i9-12900HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti, delivering robust performance, though it retains a bulky chassis design. Key strengths include superior thermal...Read more

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pcworld.com
01/06/2022
Tested: Intel's desktop-based Core i7-12800HX demolishes rival laptop chips

The PCWorld review of the Intel Core i7-12800HX highlights its role as a desktop-class chip designed for laptops, delivering massive multi-threaded performance gains. Proving to be a powerhouse for workstation tasks, it outperforms high-end laptops by over 32% in benchmarks like Cinebench R23 and finishes video encoding tasks 30-63% faster. However, this power comes at the cost of...Read more

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techspot.com
27/10/2022
MSI Raider GE77 Gaming Laptop Review (i7-12800HX Configuration)

The MSI Raider GE77 HX is a high-performance 17.3-inch gaming laptop, featuring an Intel Core i9-12900HX and RTX 3080 Ti that outpaces competitors, while offering an immersive 240Hz QHD display. Pros include exceptional raw performance, robust connectivity, and a quality SteelSeries keyboard, though it remains heavy at 6.6 pounds plus a substantial power brick. Cons, according to...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
22/04/2024
Intel Core i7 12800HX @ 4189.75 MHz - CPU-Z Validation

This CPU-Z validation details an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X overclocked to ~4.7 GHz on an ASRock B550M Pro4 motherboard with 32GB of DDR4-3593 memory, an RTX 3070, and a Samsung 970 EVO Plus. Key performance advantages include high, stable clock speeds providing strong gaming and multitasking capabilities, supported by fast memory and storage. Limitations include the end-of-life AM4 platform...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
12/05/2022
A comprehensive first review of the Core i7-12800HX

The Intel Core i7-12800HX brings desktop-class 16-core performance to laptops by utilizing a repackaged Alder Lake-S architecture, featuring 8 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores. Benchmarks indicate a ~15% multi-threaded performance increase over the 14-core i7-12700H, with support for DDR5-4800, PCIe 5.0, and an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. However, the processor...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
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Intel Core i7-12800HX | LaptopMedia English Professional Review

The Intel Core i7-12800HX is a desktop-class mobile processor based on the 16-core (8 E) Alder Lake-HX architecture, delivering high multi-threaded performance for laptops, according to LaptopMedia. It supports modern standards like DDR5-4800 RAM and PCIe 5.0, with competitive benchmark scores that rival the i9-12900HX. Pros include exceptional multi-core power, an unlocked...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
12/05/2022
i7-12800HX vs. i7-12700H: Performance Comparison

The Intel Core i7-12800HX, featured in the Profesional Review analysis, is a 16-core (8 E) desktop-class laptop processor that outperforms the i7-12700H by 15-24% in multi-threaded tasks. Key advantages include support for overclocking and PCIe 5.0, though the chip suffers from high power consumption, peaking around 175W. While superior for rendering, the i7-12800HX offers minimal...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/07/2026
Intel Core i7-12800HX - Specs, Benchmarks, and Comparisons

The Intel Core i7-12800HX is a high-performance 16-core (8 E), 24-thread mobile processor designed to bring desktop-level power to laptops with a 55W base TDP that can reach 157W. It is a powerhouse for multi-threaded workloads, often rivaling the flagship i9-12900HX in 3D rendering and video editing while offering support for DDR5-4800 and PCIe Gen 5, though it lacks the vPro and...Read more

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smartworld.it
17/11/2022
MSI Raider GE67 HX Review: Your New Desktop (But Portable) PC

According to the SmartWorld review, the MSI Raider GE67 HX (2022) is a high-performance, desktop-replacement laptop featuring an Intel Core i9-12900HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti with 175W TGP. A standout feature is the 15.6-inch QHD 240Hz OLED display, offering exceptional contrast and speed for gaming, housed in a sturdy chassis with a notable customizable RGB light bar....Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
14/07/2026
The Intel Core i7-12800HX is Insane: MSI Raider GE67 HX 12UGS Laptop Review

The MSI Raider GE67 HX 12UGS, reviewed by Notebookcheck, delivers exceptional performance driven by a high-TDP Intel Core i7-12800HX and a 150W NVIDIA RTX 3070 Ti, positioning it as a capable desktop replacement. A standout feature is the 240Hz QHD OLED display, which offers superior color accuracy, near-instant response times, and an excellent gaming experience. However, the...Read more

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