Intel is launching the world's fastest desktop processor, aiming to provide gamers and content creators with an even higher level of performance.

On the 29th, Intel launched the 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900KS, the world's fastest desktop processor, and revealed details.

The 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900KS processor delivers a maximum turbo clock speed of up to 5.5GHz through Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost and provides the best gaming experience with Intel® Adaptive Boost Technology.

Marcus Kennedy, General Manager of Intel Gaming, Creators, and Esports, stated, “Intel is pushing the boundaries of desktop gaming with the new 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS processor,” adding, “Based on Intel’s 12th Gen high-performance hybrid architecture, the new processor is the first in history to feature two "It supports reaching a clock speed of 5.5GHz with the core to achieve extreme gaming performance," he said.

The 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS processor is a processor for gamers and enthusiasts seeking the fastest processor.

The processor provides enhanced gaming performance with a total of 16 cores, including 8 Performance Cores and 8 Efficient Cores, and 24 threads, as well as a maximum turbo clock speed of 5.5GHz, 150W processor-based power, and 30MB Intel® Smart Cache.

The 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900KS processor supports gamers and overclocking enthusiasts in taking performance to the next level by providing a maximum turbo clock speed of up to 5.5GHz based on Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost, enhancing gaming performance by achieving high multi-core clock speeds with Intel® Adaptive Boost Technology, 16 cores (8 P-cores, 8 E-cores), 24 threads, 150W processor-based power, 30MB Intel Smart Cache, and support for PCIe Gen 5.0 and 4.0, support for up to DDR5 4800MT/s and DDR4 3200MT/s, and a chipset compatible with existing Z690 motherboards equipped with the latest BIOS, providing the best gaming experience.

The 12th Gen Intel i9-12900KS processor will be officially launched on April 5, with a recommended retail price starting at $739. It is available for purchase at retailers worldwide and is integrated into systems from Intel's channel and OEM partners.