Intel Core i9-12950HX
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

High-end

The Intel Core i9-12950HX is a high-end processor. It is a high-power chip (55 W): it performs like a desktop, and it also weighs, sounds and drinks like one. It came out in 2022.

It is currently fitted in 2 laptops from €4457, at an average price of €5013.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX is 80% faster and its entry price is €1147 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core i9-12950HX a good processor?

The Intel Core i9-12950HX is a high-end processor. It is a high-power chip (55 W): it performs like a desktop, and it also weighs, sounds and drinks like one. It ranks 33 of 163 and delivers 52.0% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the HX mean in Intel processors?

The HX marks Intel's highest-power line: 55 W, derived from desktop parts. It performs the most, at the cost of weight, noise and battery.

What year is the Intel Core i9-12950HX from?

Intel Core i9-12950HX came out in 2022.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core i9-12950HX?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen AI 9 365.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core i9-12950HX cost?

It is currently fitted in 2 laptops from €4457, at an average price of €5013.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX is 80% faster and its entry price is €1147 lower.

Specs

Model i9-12950HX
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel® Core™ i9
Motherboard chipset Intel WM690
Boost frequency 5 GHz
Cores 16
Threads 24
Frequency 2,3 GHz
Cache 30 MB
Bus type DMI4
Configurable TDP-down 45 W
Cache type Smart Cache
Generation 12th gen Intel® Core™ i9
Base power 55 W
Maximum turbo power 157 W
Efficient-core base frequency 3,6 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,6 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 5 GHz
Performance cores 8
Efficient cores 8

Performance summary

#33 of 163
Relative performance 52.0%
Laptops 2
Price from €4457
Average price €5013

Recommended alternatives

More powerful, also high-power, with a similar starting price

Our pick Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 93.5% From €3311 Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX 95.7% From €4685 AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 83.7% From €2911 Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX 81.1% From €1750 Intel Core i9-13980HX 76.2% From €3026

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