Intel Core i3-12300
Intel · Alder Lake · 2022-01-04~$140
Current prices by region
| Region | Price | All-time low | vs. low | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 US | ~$140 | — | — | View on Newegg |
| 🇯🇵 JP | ~¥22,000 | — | — | View on 価格.com |
| 🇩🇪 DE | ~€140 | — | — | View on Geizhals |
| 🇹🇼 TW | ~NT$4,600 | — | — | View on PChome 24h |
| 🇰🇷 KR | ~₩200,000 | — | — | View on Danawa |
| 🇫🇷 FR | ~€140 | — | — | View on LDLC |
| 🇪🇸 ES | ~€140 | — | — | View on Geizhals EU |
| 🇧🇷 BR | ~R$750 | — | — | View on KaBuM! |
| 🇨🇳 CN | ~¥1,000 | — | — | View on 中关村在线 |
Specifications
| Cores | 4C / 8T |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz |
| TDP | 60 W |
| Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Release Date | 2022-01-04 |
| MSRP | US$143 |
Benchmark & ranking
| Single-Core | 2,300 |
| Multi-Core | 7,100 |
| Performance rank | #116 / 361 |
Similar alternatives
Recommended pairing (balanced at 1440p)
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FAQ
How much does the Intel Core i3-12300 cost right now?
As of 2026-10-01, the lowest observed price for the Intel Core i3-12300 is about ~$140 (🇺🇸 US). See the table above for other regions.
How does the Intel Core i3-12300 rank in benchmarks?
The Intel Core i3-12300 scores 7,100 in Geekbench and ranks #116 out of 361 models of its type on this site.
Which GPU pairs well with the Intel Core i3-12300?
Based on balance estimates for 1440p gaming, good matches for the Intel Core i3-12300 include: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060.