Price History for Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core LGA 1700 Processor
This page shows the historical price changes available for Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core LGA 1700 Processor from the retailer B&H, helping shoppers understand how the price has changed over time and whether the current price is a good deal. This can help you identify common predictable discount patterns, such as seasonal sales or clearance events, and the best time to buy to avoid overpaying.
From Thursday, March 03, 2022 to Saturday, April 04, 2026, this product’s price ranged from $184.46 to $319.00, with the lowest price occurring on Sunday, December 14, 2025. If you’re deciding whether to buy now or wait, reviewing historical pricing can help you determine if the current price is above or below the typical range of $232.33 on average in this case.
Glass It monitored this product’s price for 1 customer so far who requested we send daily alerts when the price drops below their target price. If you're waiting for a better deal, you can also set a price alert to get notified when the price falls below your target. The chart below shows every recorded price change for Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core LGA 1700 Processor over the last year.
B&H price history
Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core LGA 1700 Processor
| Data size: | 85 records available |
| Lowest price: | $184.46 |
| Highest price: | $319.00 |
| Average price: | $232.33 |
| Earliest price alert: | Thu, March 03, 2022 |
| Latest price alert: | Sat, April 04, 2026 |
| Price increases: | 15 |
| Price Drops: | 23 |
| Price increase alerts: | 15 |
| Price Drop Alerts: | 70 |
| Back In Stock Alerts: | 0 |
| Out of Stock Alerts: | 0 |
| Postal Code(s): | nearest store |
| Product Locale: | US |
| Product Currency: | US Dollar |
| Users Tracked Item: | 2 |
| Users Tracking Item: | 1 |
| Data is based on price change notification settings from Glass It. | |
Price Trend Analysis
The price of the Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core LGA 1700 Processor has shown significant fluctuation over the period analyzed. The highest price was $319.00, recorded on October 4, 2022. Conversely, the lowest price was $184.46, recorded on November 24, 2025.
Over the last year, there have been 23 actual price drops, with the most recent one at $185.44 on April 4, 2026. In comparison, there were 15 actual increases in price during the same period.
The average price over this timeframe is $232.33. The majority of the price changes have occurred within the first half of 2022, with the price peaking at $319.00 and subsequently dropping to a low of $184.46 by the end of 2025.
As of the latest update on April 4, 2026, the price is $185.44, indicating a downward trend from the peak price observed in early 2022. The current price remains significantly lower than the peak price, reflecting a more stable and reduced pricing environment.
Overall, the price trend shows a clear decline from the initial high point, suggesting a steady decrease in pricing over time.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy?
The current price of the Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core LGA 1700 Processor is $185.44, which is the lowest price found in the dataset provided. This price has been steady at $185.44 since April 4, 2026.
Historically, the price range for this item has varied from a minimum of $184.46 to a maximum of $319.00. The average price over the observed period was $232.33.
Given that the current price is at or near the historical low and there have been no actual drops in price recently, it could be considered a good time to buy if you need the product now. However, it's always advisable to monitor the price for any future drops or sales, as prices can fluctuate.
Considering the current price is significantly lower than the historical average, it would be reasonable to conclude that now might be an excellent time to purchase the item, assuming there are no further significant drops in the coming weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is Glass It’s price history?
Glass It tracks prices directly from supported retailers and records real price changes over time upon customer request.
How often do prices change?
Prices may change daily, less frequently or more frequently depending on the retailer, demand, and promotional activity.
Does the chart include sales and promotions?
Yes, the chart includes all detected price changes, including temporary sales when available.
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