Intel Core i3-3220

Based on 1 reportCPUIntelEntry-levelMost recent submission: Oct 6, 2026

The Intel Core i3-3220 runs at an average of 60°C under load based on 1 community submission. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 60°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 60°C. Idle temperatures average 49°C.

Runs cool
Average load temp is below the typical entry-level baseline of 65°C — this hardware runs cooler than most in its class.

Specifications

Manufacturer
Intel

Idle Temperature

49.0°C
Cool
Coolest 10%
49.0°C
Typical
49.0°C
Hottest 10%
49.0°C

Load Temperature

60.0°C
Normal
Coolest 10%
60.0°C
Typical
60.0°C
Hottest 10%
60.0°C

Load temperature distribution

60–70°C
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Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C
Coolest 10%: 60°CTypical: 60°CHottest 10%: 60°C

Is your temperature normal?

  • Below 60°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
  • Between 60°C and 60°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
  • Above 60°C — hotter than 90% of submissions. Worth investigating: thermal paste, cooler mount, dust, or case airflow.
  • Above 85°C — at or beyond the safe operating ceiling for this tier. Reduce load, check cooling, and consider professional inspection.

Coldest run

60.0°C
— cooling·Oct 6, 2026

Hottest run

60.0°C
— cooling·Oct 6, 2026

What's normal for this tier?

Entry-level CPUs run cool by design — typically 55–75°C under load. Higher temperatures here usually point to a failing fan, dust buildup, or poor case airflow.

Recent Submissions

DateCoolingIdleLoad
Oct 6, 2026—49.0°C60.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i3-3220?

Based on 1 community submissions, the Intel Core i3-3220 runs at an average idle temperature of 49°C and an average load temperature of 60°C. Anything between 60°C and 60°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 60°C too hot for the Intel Core i3-3220?

The safe operating ceiling for entry-level CPUs like the Intel Core i3-3220 is around 85°C under sustained load. 60°C is within the safe operating range. If you're exceeding 85°C, check thermal paste, cooler mounting, dust buildup, and case airflow.

What is the best cooler for the Intel Core i3-3220?

For a 65W entry-level CPU like the Intel Core i3-3220, 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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