Intel Core i5-11400H

Based on 24 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Oct 17, 2026

The Intel Core i5-11400H runs at an average of 87.9°C under load based on 24 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 98°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 81°C. Idle temperatures average 62°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

62.0°C

Normal

Coolest 10%

50.0°C

Typical

60.0°C

Hottest 10%

78.0°C

Load Temperature

87.9°C

Hot

Coolest 10%

81.0°C

Typical

89.0°C

Hottest 10%

98.0°C

Load temperature distribution

50–60°C

70–80°C

80–90°C

90–100°C

100–110°C

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C

Coolest 10%: 81°CTypical: 89°CHottest 10%: 98°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 81°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 81°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

2026-062026-10

Load temperature by ambient

Cool room (≤20°C)

90.5°C2 submissions

Moderate room (21–25°C)

86.0°C1 submission

Warm room (≥26°C)

89.5°C2 submissions

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Coldest run

58.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Jun 23, 2026

Hottest run

100.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Sep 15, 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: 20.2°C.

Device Types

laptop24 reports

Laptop Models

12 of 24 laptop reports named the laptop model.

By manufacturer

MSI

ASUS

Monster

Acer

Gigabyte

By model

Avg load

MSI GF63 Thin 11UC4 reports88.0°C
Monster ABRA A5 V17.22 reports93.5°C
Acer Nitro 5 AN515-581 report85.0°C
ASUS TUF Gaming1 report96.0°C
ASUS TUF Gaming F15 FX506HC1 report92.0°C
ASUS TUF Gaming F17 FX706HCB1 report83.0°C
Monster Abra A5 V17.21 report100.0°C

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Oct 17, 2026	Stock Cooler	47.0°C	92.0°C
Oct 16, 2026	Stock Cooler	39.0°C	94.0°C
Oct 16, 2026	Stock Cooler	53.0°C	93.0°C
Oct 13, 2026	Stock Cooler	51.0°C	83.0°C
Oct 2, 2026	Stock Cooler	80.0°C	86.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-11400H?

Based on 24 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-11400H runs at an average idle temperature of 62°C and an average load temperature of 87.9°C. Anything between 81°C and 90°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 87.9°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-11400H?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-11400H is around 90°C under sustained load. 87.9°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 i5-11400H?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-11400H, 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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