Intel Core i5-11260H

Based on 8 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Sep 8, 2026

The Intel Core i5-11260H runs at an average of 88°C under load based on 8 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 95°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 59°C. Idle temperatures average 63.5°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

63.5°C

Normal

Coolest 10%

42.0°C

Typical

65.0°C

Hottest 10%

87.0°C

Load Temperature

88.0°C

Hot

Coolest 10%

59.0°C

Typical

92.0°C

Hottest 10%

95.0°C

Load temperature distribution

50–60°C

80–90°C

90–100°C

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C

Coolest 10%: 59°CTypical: 92°CHottest 10%: 95°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 59°C — cooler than 10% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 59°C and 95°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
Above 95°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

Coldest run

59.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·May 19, 2026

Hottest run

95.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Sep 8, 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: 27.7°C.

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Sep 8, 2026	Stock Cooler	65.0°C	95.0°C
Sep 8, 2026	Stock Cooler	65.0°C	92.0°C
Aug 22, 2026	Stock Cooler	58.0°C	93.0°C
Aug 22, 2026	Stock Cooler	87.0°C	92.0°C
Aug 13, 2026	Stock Cooler	67.0°C	95.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-11260H?

Based on 8 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-11260H runs at an average idle temperature of 63.5°C and an average load temperature of 88°C. Anything between 59°C and 95°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 88°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-11260H?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-11260H is around 90°C under sustained load. 88°C is near the upper end of safe operation. 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 i5-11260H?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-11260H, 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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