Intel Core i5-10400F

Based on 27 reportsCPUIntel · 2020Mid-rangeMost recent submission: Oct 2, 2026

The Intel Core i5-10400F runs at an average of 66.8°C under load based on 27 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 79°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 57°C. Idle temperatures average 46.4°C.

Runs normal

Average load temp is in line with the typical mid-range baseline of 70°C.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Intel
Released: 2020
Architecture: Comet Lake
Process node: Intel 14nm
TDP: 65W – 65W
Cores: 6 cores / 12 threads
Base clock: 2.9 GHz
Boost clock: 4.3 GHz
Socket: LGA 1200

Idle Temperature

46.4°C

Cool

Coolest 10%

35.0°C

Typical

45.0°C

Hottest 10%

59.0°C

Load Temperature

66.8°C

Warm

Coolest 10%

57.0°C

Typical

62.0°C

Hottest 10%

79.0°C

Load temperature distribution

40–50°C

50–60°C

60–70°C

70–80°C

80–90°C

100–110°C

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C

Coolest 10%: 57°CTypical: 62°CHottest 10%: 79°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 57°C — cooler than 10% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 57°C and 79°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
Above 79°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

2026-032026-10

Load temperature by ambient

Moderate room (21–25°C)

62.8°C4 submissions

Warm room (≥26°C)

74.2°C5 submissions

Coldest run

49.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Sep 1, 2026

Hottest run

100.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Jul 22, 2026

Cooling Comparison

Aftermarket Air Cooler

61.1°C9 reports

Custom Water Loop

69.0°C2 reports

Unknown

69.3°C7 reports

Stock Cooler

69.8°C8 reports

AIO Liquid Cooler

73.0°C1 report

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: 26.5°C.

Device Types

desktop27 reports

CPU Coolers

3 of 27 desktop reports named the CPU cooler.

By manufacturer

be quiet!

Corsair

Other brands

By model

Avg load

be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 21 report69.0°C
Corsair H100i1 report73.0°C

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Oct 2, 2026	—	45.0°C	61.0°C
Oct 1, 2026	—	51.0°C	66.0°C
Sep 29, 2026	Stock Cooler	59.0°C	78.0°C
Sep 26, 2026	—	44.0°C	74.0°C
Sep 26, 2026	—	45.0°C	78.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-10400F?

Based on 27 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-10400F runs at an average idle temperature of 46.4°C and an average load temperature of 66.8°C. Anything between 57°C and 79°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 66.8°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-10400F?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-10400F is around 90°C under sustained load. 66.8°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 i5-10400F?

For a 65W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-10400F, 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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