Packing 16 cores and up to 5.7 GHz clock speeds, it can effortlessly handle demanding tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, and gaming when paired with a capable, high-end AM5 motherboard.

Our picks of the best motherboards for the 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700K processor. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.