Intel Core i5-10300H

Based on 16 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Sep 30, 2026

The Intel Core i5-10300H runs at an average of 90°C under load based on 16 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 98°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 71°C. Idle temperatures average 66.4°C.

Runs hot

Average load temp is at or above 70°C, the upper end of safe operation for this tier. Improved cooling recommended.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Intel

Idle Temperature

66.4°C

Warm

Coolest 10%

55.0°C

Typical

66.0°C

Hottest 10%

83.0°C

Load Temperature

90.0°C

Critical

Coolest 10%

71.0°C

Typical

96.0°C

Hottest 10%

98.0°C

Load temperature distribution

60–70°C

70–80°C

80–90°C

90–100°C

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C

Coolest 10%: 71°CTypical: 96°CHottest 10%: 98°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 71°C — cooler than 10% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 71°C and 98°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
Above 98°C — hotter than 90% of submissions. Worth investigating: thermal paste, cooler mount, dust, or case airflow.
Above 90°C — at or beyond the safe operating ceiling for this tier. Reduce load, check cooling, and consider professional inspection.

Submissions over time

2026-052026-09

Load temperature by ambient

Moderate room (21–25°C)

84.8°C5 submissions

Warm room (≥26°C)

89.3°C4 submissions

Coldest run

67.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Sep 17, 2026

Hottest run

98.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·May 26, 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: 25.6°C.

Device Types

laptop16 reports

Laptop Models

5 of 16 laptop reports named the laptop model.

By manufacturer

Lenovo

ASUS

Casper

Monster

By model

Avg load

ASUS TUF Gaming1 report96.0°C
Casper Excalibur1 report97.0°C
Lenovo Legion 51 report82.0°C
Monster Abra1 report85.0°C

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Sep 30, 2026	Stock Cooler	58.0°C	96.0°C
Sep 20, 2026	Stock Cooler	60.0°C	71.0°C
Sep 17, 2026	Stock Cooler	42.0°C	67.0°C
Sep 5, 2026	Stock Cooler	85.0°C	97.0°C
Aug 18, 2026	Stock Cooler	64.0°C	82.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-10300H?

Based on 16 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-10300H runs at an average idle temperature of 66.4°C and an average load temperature of 90°C. Anything between 71°C and 98°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 90°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-10300H?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-10300H is around 90°C under sustained load. 90°C is above the recommended ceiling. 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 i5-10300H?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-10300H, 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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