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 Friday, May 15, 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 $231.82 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: | 87 records available |
| Lowest price: | $184.46 |
| Highest price: | $319.00 |
| Average price: | $231.82 |
| Earliest price alert: | Thu, March 03, 2022 |
| Latest price alert: | Fri, May 15, 2026 |
| Price increases: | 16 |
| Price Drops: | 23 |
| Price increase alerts: | 16 |
| Price Drop Alerts: | 71 |
| Back In Stock Alerts: | 0 |
| Out of Stock Alerts: | 1 |
| 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 fluctuated significantly over the period from March 2022 to May 2026. The highest price observed was $319.00 in October 2022, while the lowest price was $184.46 on December 14, 2025. The average price during this period is $231.82.
There were 23 actual drops in price, with the most significant drop occurring from the high of $319.00 in October 2022 to the low of $184.46 in December 2025. Conversely, there were 16 actual increases in price, with the most notable increase happening from $184.46 to $222.00 between January and February 2026.
The current price as of May 15, 2026, is $209.99, indicating a slight uptick from the lowest point but still below the historical average. The item was out of stock for one period during this time frame.
The last date of the minimum price was December 14, 2025, and the latest price change date was also May 15, 2026. Currently, the item is temporarily out of stock, though no back-in-stock events have been recorded during the analysis period.
The number of users tracking the item remains at one, with an additional user tracking it, making two in total.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy?
The current average price for the Intel Core i5-12600K 3.7 GHz 10-Core LGA 1700 Processor is $231.82, with the latest observed price being $209.99 as of May 15, 2026. This recent price indicates that it may be a good time to purchase, especially considering that this price is at or near the historical minimum found on December 14, 2025.
The item is currently out of stock, but it has been back in stock before. Given the significant drop in price from its peak and the fact that it has been temporarily out of stock recently, you might want to consider purchasing now if you need the product soon. However, ensure to keep an eye on the availability and potential restocks.
It's also worth noting that there have been 23 actual price drops since tracking began, which suggests that the price can fluctuate. Therefore, staying updated could help you secure even better deals in the future.
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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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