Core 5 120UL

Name: Intel Core 5 120UL
Brand: Intel

10 cores · 12 threads · up to 4.6 GHz on 1700.

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Cores

Threads

Boost

4.6 GHz

L3 cache

12 MB

TDP

15W

Socket

1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming6

Productivity6

Single-core6

Multi-core42

Power efficiency5

Lab scores

Performance score6

Cores10

Threads12

Boost clock (GHz)4.6 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p13 fps

1440p11 fps

4K7 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores

Architecture: Raptor Lake-PS
Process node: 10 nm
Socket: 1700
Release year: 2024
Total cores: 10
Threads: 12
Integrated graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80EU

Clocks & cache

Base clock: 1.3 GHz
Boost clock: 4.6 GHz
L1 cache: 800 KB
L2 cache: 12.5 MB
L3 cache: 12 MB

Memory & platform

Memory support: DDR4
Base power (TDP): 15W
PCIe: PCIe 4.0

Technologies

Extensions: AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, TSX

Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners like the low power draw and quiet operation for basic office builds. The common complaint is it feels sluggish under any real multitasking or heavier load.

Pros

Sips power, stays whisper quiet
Handles everyday tasks without fuss
Plugs into existing LGA1700 boards
Keeps cool even without loud fans

Cons

Not worth upgrading from older Intel.
No integrated graphics option available.
Limited motherboard choice for socket.

Verdict

Our verdict on the Core 5 120UL

The Intel Core 5 120UL is a low-power desktop chip built for quiet mini PCs, but its performance is held back by the very low wattage limit.

Get it if you need a dead-silent office PC that sips power and fits in a slim chassis. Skip it if you want any real gaming or multitasking grunt; this is strictly for basic tasks.