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expiredwesbc posted Apr 30, 2023 3:30 AM

Intel i7 12700K Processor + Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Elite MB & 16GB G.Skill DDR4 Mem

$350

$573

38% off
+ Free Curbside Pickup Onlyat Micro Center
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Micro Center has Intel Core i7 12700K Desktop Processor w/ Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Elite AX Motherboard + 16GB (2x8GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4 Desktop Memory Kit on sale for $349.99. Select free curbside pickup only if stock permits.

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Includes
  • Intel Core i7 12700K 3.6GHz LGA 1700 Desktop Processor (Alder Lake)
  • Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Elite AX DDR4 Intel LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard
  • 16GB (2x8GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4-3200 (PC4-25600) CL 16 Desktop Memory Kit (F4-3200C16D-16GVKB)
Warranty
  • Desktop Procesor + Motherboard will include 3-years limited warranty (parts + labor) + lifetime limited warranty (for memory kit) w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • This is a computer build combo kit offered through Micro Center; $222.97 Off or 38.92% Overall Savings
  • Product/pricing may not be available in all locations for purchase
  • Heatsink/cooler is not included w/ the desktop processor (CPU only)
  • Product will include free 60 day of tech support
  • Product may be returned within 30 days of purchase
  • Limit one per household
  • Offer valid while promotional price/supplies last
Additional Notes
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Written by wesbc
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Micro Center has Intel Core i7 12700K Desktop Processor w/ Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Elite AX Motherboard + 16GB (2x8GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4 Desktop Memory Kit on sale for $349.99. Select free curbside pickup only if stock permits.

Thanks to community member wesbc for finding this deal

Note, curbside pickup may vary depending on location. Product may not be available in all locations.

Includes
  • Intel Core i7 12700K 3.6GHz LGA 1700 Desktop Processor (Alder Lake)
  • Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Elite AX DDR4 Intel LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard
  • 16GB (2x8GB) G.Skill Ripjaws V DDR4-3200 (PC4-25600) CL 16 Desktop Memory Kit (F4-3200C16D-16GVKB)
Warranty
  • Desktop Procesor + Motherboard will include 3-years limited warranty (parts + labor) + lifetime limited warranty (for memory kit) w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • This is a computer build combo kit offered through Micro Center; $222.97 Off or 38.92% Overall Savings
  • Product/pricing may not be available in all locations for purchase
  • Heatsink/cooler is not included w/ the desktop processor (CPU only)
  • Product will include free 60 day of tech support
  • Product may be returned within 30 days of purchase
  • Limit one per household
  • Offer valid while promotional price/supplies last
Additional Notes
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Written by wesbc

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Apr 30, 2023 7:29 PM
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RulzMDApr 30, 2023 7:29 PM
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Quote from elliotzero :
I picked this up yesterday, but didn't know about the $25 coupon. Any chance they'll honor it after the sale?
Yes, you can take all the items and ask to be repurchase to apply 25 dollars discount , they will happily do it,
Apr 30, 2023 7:50 PM
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catbertApr 30, 2023 7:50 PM
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Quote from elliotzero :
I picked this up yesterday, but didn't know about the $25 coupon. Any chance they'll honor it after the sale?
I signed up for the coupon and wasted the phone number. I was told at the store that the coupon does not apply to clearance items. Are they bullshitting me?
Apr 30, 2023 8:03 PM
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essix8Apr 30, 2023 8:03 PM
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Quote from dannytrance :
Is this a quality combo for the price? Good deal?
Absolutely. While it is a generation old, it's still a top 5 CPU for gaming, and more than enough multi-threaded performance for most users. This build should easily last you 5+ years.

But performance aside, this is a great value. The motherboard is worth around $200, the 12700k $300, and RAM $40. So $540 of product for $350.

Apr 30, 2023 11:21 PM
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Timothy_PEApr 30, 2023 11:21 PM
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Got it two weeks ago and replaced my old 9600k. There are two things you need to know:
1. You old cpu fan may not fit the motherboard since holes layout is different. I bought an universal backplate for the motherboard and it works.
2. Windows 10 does not recognize the motherboard wifi and i update the system to windows 11 and it works.
Apr 30, 2023 11:44 PM
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InstanceNoodleApr 30, 2023 11:44 PM
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Quote from iyg :
Isn't i7-12700k compatible with DDR5? I also read that it's better to run 2 sticks of RAM than 4 sticks.
Only for overclocking and chasing the numbers. You can't tell the difference with normal usage.
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May 1, 2023 12:59 AM
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May 1, 2023 12:59 AM
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Quote from iyg :
Isn't i7-12700k compatible with DDR5? I also read that it's better to run 2 sticks of RAM than 4 sticks.
It is but the bundle MB does not support DDR5, hence the price. I do wish it is DDR5 but for the price I can build a nice first gaming pc for my kid.
May 1, 2023 1:27 AM
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AdelleyMay 1, 2023 1:27 AM
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Quote from Timothy_PE :
Got it two weeks ago and replaced my old 9600k. There are two things you need to know:
1. You old cpu fan may not fit the motherboard since holes layout is different. I bought an universal backplate for the motherboard and it works.
2. Windows 10 does not recognize the motherboard wifi and i update the system to windows 11 and it works.
Ha "old". It's only 3 Gens behind. Mine is friggin 6 gens behind haha

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May 1, 2023 1:40 AM
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Tig Ol BittiesMay 1, 2023 1:40 AM
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Not a gigabyte fan and it seems this board replaced the asus z690 board a week prior that probably sold out.

Still, amazing value. 1 yr ago, the CPU alone cost around this much. In terms of current gen performance, give or take around a 13600K.
Last edited by Tig Ol Bitties April 30, 2023 at 06:44 PM.
May 1, 2023 7:07 AM
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slimdunkin117May 1, 2023 7:07 AM
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Quote from AdamA8790 :
Yes it is compatible and you're suggesting that two sticks of matched RAM is better than four? As in is 32gb better than 64g? Not sure why? There are some arguments about those kinds of things but if and when it is applicable, there are specific reasons. But you're not going to get worse performance with more RAM id the same kind but I also wouldn't suggest more than 32gb if you aren't doing shit that requires it.
more sticks adds more stress on the cpu (the memory controller specifically)..resulting in looser ram timings, and less overclock gains…this is an enthusiast area tho
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May 1, 2023 7:09 AM
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slimdunkin117May 1, 2023 7:09 AM
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Quote from Adelley :
Ha "old". It's only 3 Gens behind. Mine is friggin 6 gens behind haha
generations don't really matter..just check the benchmarks and see if it performs enough for you.
Intels been slacking anyway with marginal improvements
May 1, 2023 7:09 AM
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MichaelHFMay 1, 2023 7:09 AM
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Quote from elliotzero :
I picked this up yesterday, but didn't know about the $25 coupon. Any chance they'll honor it after the sale?
Call and ask them
May 1, 2023 7:10 AM
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slimdunkin117May 1, 2023 7:10 AM
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Quote from iyg :
Because they are only 2 channels with 4 slots. There's a high chance they would be out of sync if you use all 4 slots. Especially DDR5
there's no such thing as "out of sync" for ram..no matter the amount of the slots
May 1, 2023 12:10 PM
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einzelherzMay 1, 2023 12:10 PM
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Quote from slimdunkin117 :
there's no such thing as "out of sync" for ram..no matter the amount of the slots
Came here to talk about this too.

Using all four slots on 2 channel ram will give you at worst, some negligible inefficiency. Just add more ram, but make sure it matches first.
May 1, 2023 12:50 PM
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megablankMay 1, 2023 12:50 PM
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Quote from iyg :
Isn't i7-12700k compatible with DDR5? I also read that it's better to run 2 sticks of RAM than 4 sticks.
This kit is ddr4, ddr5 is border line esp on alderlake, speed and compatibility is worse with 4 sticks of dd5.

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May 1, 2023 12:59 PM
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ChirsMay 1, 2023 12:59 PM
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I got the 7700x bundle for the same price last week, how it's compare to this one? main purpose is gaming

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