AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT runs at an average of 84°C under load based on 6 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 108°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 72°C. Idle temperatures average 53.5°C.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- AMD
- VRAM
- 8 GB
Idle Temperature
Load Temperature
Load temperature distribution
Load Temperature Distribution
Is your temperature normal?
- Below 72°C — cooler than 10% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
- Between 72°C and 108°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
- Above 108°C — hotter than 90% of submissions. Worth investigating: thermal paste, cooler mount, dust, or case airflow.
- Above 80°C — at or beyond the safe operating ceiling for this tier. Reduce load, check cooling, and consider professional inspection.
Submissions over time
Load temperature by ambient
Coldest run
Hottest run
Cooling Comparison (by CPU cooler type)
What's normal for this tier?
Entry-level GPUs run cool — usually 55–70°C under load. Higher temps here are typically a case airflow or dust issue.
Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 18.9°C.
Recent Submissions
| Date | Cooling | Idle | Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 | —EA NN | 60.0°C | 108.0°C |
| Sep 30, 2026 | — | 48.0°C | 88.0°C |
| Aug 21, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 51.0°C | 78.0°C |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 52.0°C | 72.0°C |
| Jul 10, 2026 | AIO Liquid Cooler | 56.0°C | 79.0°C |
Frequently asked questions
What is a normal temperature for the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT?
Based on 6 community submissions, the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT runs at an average idle temperature of 53.5°C and an average load temperature of 84°C. Anything between 72°C and 108°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.
Is 84°C too hot for the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT?
The safe operating ceiling for entry-level GPUs like the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is around 80°C under sustained load. 84°C is above the recommended ceiling. If you're exceeding 80°C, check thermal paste, cooler mounting, dust buildup, and case airflow.
What is the best cooler for the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT?
For a 65W entry-level GPU like the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, a quality 240mm AIO or a high-end dual-tower air cooler (Noctua NH-D15, Thermalright Phantom Spirit) is generally sufficient to keep load temperatures well within safe limits. Higher TDP variants (overclocked or PBO-enabled) benefit from 360mm AIO cooling.
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