Intel Core 5 210H

Based on 22 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Oct 24, 2026

The Intel Core 5 210H runs at an average of 78°C under load based on 22 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 91°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 69°C. Idle temperatures average 54°C.

Runs warm

Average load temp is above the typical mid-range baseline of 70°C — slightly warmer than peers in its class.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Intel

Idle Temperature

54.0°C

Normal

Coolest 10%

45.0°C

Typical

53.0°C

Hottest 10%

64.0°C

Load Temperature

78.0°C

Warm

Coolest 10%

69.0°C

Typical

78.0°C

Hottest 10%

91.0°C

Load temperature distribution

50–60°C

60–70°C

70–80°C

80–90°C

90–100°C

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C

Coolest 10%: 69°CTypical: 78°CHottest 10%: 91°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 69°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 69°C and 90°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
Above 90°C — at or beyond the safe operating ceiling for this tier. Reduce load, check cooling, and consider professional inspection.

Submissions over time

2026-082026-10

Load temperature by ambient

Cool room (≤20°C)

71.0°C1 submission

Moderate room (21–25°C)

80.3°C11 submissions

Warm room (≥26°C)

81.0°C3 submissions

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Coldest run

56.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Aug 9, 2026

Hottest run

96.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Sep 28, 2026

What's normal for this tier?

Mid-range CPUs are well within thermal headroom on stock or basic aftermarket coolers, usually 60–80°C under load. Anything consistently above 85°C warrants a cooling check.

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Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 24.1°C.

Device Types

laptop22 reports

Laptop Models

20 of 22 laptop reports named the laptop model.

By manufacturer

ASUS

Acer

Alienware

Other brands

By model

Avg load

ASUS TUF Gaming F1612 reports79.2°C
Acer Nitro NL16-71G3 reports72.3°C
Acer Aspire A715-79G2 reports73.5°C
Alienware 16 Aurora AC162502 reports75.5°C

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Oct 24, 2026	Stock Cooler	55.0°C	90.0°C
Oct 18, 2026	Stock Cooler	45.0°C	77.0°C
Oct 18, 2026	Stock Cooler	42.0°C	70.0°C
Oct 13, 2026	Stock Cooler	56.0°C	71.0°C
Oct 9, 2026	Stock Cooler	55.0°C	72.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core 5 210H?

Based on 22 community submissions, the Intel Core 5 210H runs at an average idle temperature of 54°C and an average load temperature of 78°C. Anything between 69°C and 90°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 78°C too hot for the Intel Core 5 210H?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core 5 210H is around 90°C under sustained load. 78°C is within the safe operating range. If you're exceeding 90°C, check thermal paste, cooler mounting, dust buildup, and case airflow.

What is the best cooler for the Intel Core 5 210H?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core 5 210H, 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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