No, the specialized mounting bracket is not necessary for the Intel i7 12th Gen stock cooler.
No, the specialized mounting bracket is not necessary for the Intel i7 12th Gen stock cooler.
You'll need a specialized mounting bracket for the i7 12700 and MSI Pro Z690-P. The Newegg listing mentions this requirement, so it applies to both stock and aftermarket coolers.
The LGA1700 cooler mounts are distinct from earlier Intel models. It seems you need to verify that your cooler is compatible with the correct bracket. The standard cooler included with the processor may not fit properly.
12700 doesn't seem to have a stock cooler, despite thinking it would be suitable since it's cooler than the 12700k.
A fresh stock cooler design is now available! Check out the Intel announcement here: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/...ssors.html
Technically, the mounting locations are identical, though a different Z-height is required.
The cooler seems to be okay. If not, the tray version would likely be significantly more affordable.
He says it works a bit better than the larger model. The design seems to have been considered for looks, and the copper slug is handling things well. There are no sound ratings mentioned, but it doesn’t seem like much power is being delivered without heat pipes. It feels more like a solid, acceptable choice rather than a mediocre one.