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Blender render benchmark
MeasuredReal runs submitted to Blender Open Data. Higher is faster at rendering.
- Intel Core i7-12700229
Source: Blender Open Data (CC0), Blender 4.5.0: samples per minute over the monster, junkshop and classroom scenes, median of 52 runs. Same for every product on this model.
At a glance
Intel Core i7-12700 is a 12-core processor with a boost clock of 4.9 GHz, for the LGA1700 socket. It scores 72 out of 100 on our estimated performance scale, relative to current processors. It is listed at one UK shop, CCL Computers, for £304.99 (checked 19 October 2026).
From the retailer
12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700 desktop processor. Featuring Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 support, DDR5 and DDR4 support, 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 desktop processors are optimized for gamers and productivity and help deliver high performance. Intel® Laminar RM1 included in the box. Compatible with Intel® 600 Series Chipset based motherboards. 65W Processor Base Power.
Estimated Performance
Scored against current processors, where 100 is the strongest one we can score. Calculated from cores, boost clock and l3 cache.
Estimated from manufacturer specifications, not measured. Useful for comparing similar parts; actual performance varies by game, driver and system.
Running cost
Rated power (TDP or peak turbo) 65 W
At the Ofgem price cap, 26.32p per kWh, Oct to Dec 2026
Assumes the part draws its rated power for every hour of use. Real draw varies with the game or workload, and is usually lower.
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