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 experienced significant fluctuations over the period observed. The highest price recorded was $319.00 on October 4, 2022, while the lowest price was $184.46 on December 14, 2025.
From March 3, 2022, to May 15, 2026, there were 23 actual price drops and 16 actual price increases. The average price during this period was $231.82. Notably, the price remained stable at $235.99 for an extended period from June 8, 2023, to June 29, 2023, before dropping to $209.99 on July 5, 2023, and staying relatively low until late 2025.
The last analysis date shows that the price was $209.99 as of May 15, 2026, indicating a recent stabilization after a period of decline. The minimum price was last found on December 14, 2025, at $184.46.
Currently, the item is temporarily out of stock, with the next available date being May 15, 2026. The price trend suggests a recent recovery in pricing but remains below the historical highs seen in early 2022.
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 $209.99, which is the last found price as of May 15, 2026. The average price over this period has been $231.82. The lowest price found during this time was $184.46, occurring on December 14, 2025.
Based on the price history, the lowest point in pricing was in late 2025, and the prices have fluctuated since then, with the most recent stable point being around $209.99.
Given that the item is currently available but previously out of stock, it might be a good time to purchase if you are looking for a lower price than the current one, as the minimum price of $184.46 is significantly below the current price. However, if you believe the market may continue to trend upwards or if you prefer to buy when inventory is readily available, you might want to wait for further drops in price.
Considering the last actual drop in price occurred on December 14, 2025, and there have been no actual price increases or decreases noted recently, the current price might represent a reasonable opportunity to purchase the item.
In conclusion, while not at the absolute lowest price, the current price of $209.99 could be considered a good time to buy, especially if you need the product urgently and the price is within your budget.
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Prices may change daily, less frequently or more frequently depending on the retailer, demand, and promotional activity.
Does the chart include sales and promotions?
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