THREADS

Processors 12 threads

Explore 342 processors with 12 logical CPU threads. The index spans multiple designs and platforms that share a thread count but differ in cores, performance and power.

342 processors12-thread

Selection guide

Choosing the right 12-thread processor

This page groups 342 processors in the 12-thread category. Use it to compare logical thread count, but do not treat the count alone as a performance score; CPU Mark, single-thread speed, power use and your workload all matter.

6 brands 6–12 cores 15,440 average CPU Mark 15.00–220.00 W TDP

Match the workload

Thread count helps parallel software, but it does not compensate for weak per-core performance or an older architecture.

Compare measured performance

Use CPU Mark for broad throughput and Single Thread for games and tasks sensitive to per-core speed.

Check the platform

Verify socket, motherboard, memory, power and cooling support before committing to a processor.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does a 12-thread processor mean?

The operating system can schedule work across 12 logical CPU threads. Thread count may equal the physical core count or be higher when simultaneous multithreading is supported.

What is the difference between cores and threads?

A core is a physical execution unit. A thread is a logical work stream. Two threads per core can improve utilization, but they do not automatically double performance.

Are 12 CPU threads enough?

That depends on the workload. Everyday use and gaming have different needs from rendering, simulation and servers, so compare benchmark performance, cores and power as well as thread count.

How are CPUs in this category ranked?

The default performance order uses the stored CPU Mark, with additional sorting by cores and power available in the processor list.

This summary is calculated from processor records linked to the category. Performance results are broad comparison indicators and can vary with system, power and cooling. Latest data update:

Processor catalog

12 threads

Showing 217–240 of 342

217CPUAMD Ryzen Embedded V2546AMD · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.9 GHzTDP—CPU Mark12,743218CPUIntel Core i7-8700 @ 3.20GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.6 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark12,732219CPUAMD Ryzen 5 5500UAMD · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.0 GHzTDP15 WCPU Mark12,581220CPUIntel Xeon W-2133 @ 3.60GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.9 GHzTDP140 WCPU Mark12,510221CPUIntel Xeon W-1250E @ 3.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.7 GHzTDP80 WCPU Mark12,499222CPUAMD Ryzen 5 2600EAMD · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.0 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark12,346223CPUAMD Ryzen 5 1600AMD · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.6 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark12,242224CPUIntel Xeon W-10855M @ 2.80GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock5.1 GHzTDP45 WCPU Mark12,234225CPUAMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4500UAMD · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.0 GHzTDP15 WCPU Mark12,117226CPUIntel Core i5-10400F @ 2.90GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.3 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark12,092227CPUIntel Core i5-10505 @ 3.20GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.6 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark12,074228CPUIntel Core i5-10400 @ 2.90GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.3 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark11,961229CPUAMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650UAMD · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.0 GHzTDP15 WCPU Mark11,913230CPUAMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600AMD · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock3.6 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark11,831231CPUIntel Core i7-8700B @ 3.20GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.6 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark11,738232CPUIntel Xeon E-2276M @ 2.80GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.7 GHzTDP45 WCPU Mark11,623233CPUIntel Core i5-10600T @ 2.40GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.0 GHzTDP35 WCPU Mark11,520234CPUIntel Core i7-10850H @ 2.70GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock5.1 GHzTDP45 WCPU Mark11,472235CPUIntel Core i7-10750H @ 2.60GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock5.0 GHzTDP45 WCPU Mark11,418236CPUIntel Core i7-6850K @ 3.60GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.0 GHzTDP140 WCPU Mark11,390237CPUIntel Xeon W-11555MLE @ 1.90GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.4 GHzTDP25 WCPU Mark11,310238CPUIntel Xeon E5-1650 v4 @ 3.60GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.0 GHzTDP140 WCPU Mark11,275239CPUIntel Core i5-10500E @ 3.10GHzIntel · Mobile/EmbeddedCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.2 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark11,212240CPUIntel Xeon E-2186M @ 2.90GHzIntel · LaptopCores / threads6 / 12Clock4.8 GHzTDP45 WCPU Mark11,138