Dual Setup With Intel Core i9-12900KF & i7-12700K?

I'm thinking about building a dual setup with the Intel Core i9-12900KF and Core i7-12700K. Does anyone have experience or advice on this? I've seen that both CPUs provide excellent performance for gaming, general apps, and professional tools.

I've been using the i9-12900KF for a while now, and it's been amazing. The 16 cores give me a lot of flexibility in my workloads. But I haven't tried a dual setup with another CPU yet.

Hi all, @lileagle12! I have experience with dual setups. You can definitely use both the i9-12900KF and i7-12700K together, but it might not be as straightforward as you think. There's an article at Intel Core i9-12900KF vs. Intel Core i7-12700K that goes over some of the considerations when setting up a dual system. It's a great resource for learning more about how these CPUs perform.

That's really helpful, @malik2660. I appreciate the link to the article. The i7-12700K has a higher base frequency and more L3 cache, so it seems like it could offer some advantages in certain tasks.

Yeah, both CPUs have their own strengths. It'll be interesting to see how they perform together. Have you had any issues with power consumption or heat when running dual setups, @malik2660?

In my experience, power consumption can increase when using a dual setup, but it's manageable. As for heat, I've had no major problems, but it's essential to have proper cooling and a reliable power supply.

Thanks for sharing your experiences, @malik2660. I'm considering both the i9-12900KF and i7-12700K for my upcoming build. How do you think they would handle video editing tasks?

That's a good question, @Jappleseed1985. From what I've read, both CPUs should perform well in video editing tasks due to their high core counts and frequencies. However, the i9-12900KF has more cores, which could be beneficial for handling multiple video streams or heavy rendering workloads.

Yeah, it's definitely worth considering your specific needs when deciding between these two CPUs. If you're frequently working with large video files or multiple tracks, the extra cores on the i9-12900KF might make a difference.

Absolutely, @Jappleseed1985. It really depends on your workflow and the software you use. Both CPUs are great choices for video editing tasks, but it's crucial to choose the one that best suits your requirements.

Thanks for all the input, everyone. I'll have to do some more research and consider my options before making a decision. I'm excited about the prospect of building this dual setup!