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Intel Core i5-1235U Temperatures — Idle 60.2°C · Load 80°C — 11 reports | ThermalStats

Intel Core i5-1235U

Based on 11 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Sep 21, 2026

The Intel Core i5-1235U runs at an average of 80°C under load based on 11 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 95°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 65°C. Idle temperatures average 60.2°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

60.2°C

Normal

Coolest 10%

48.0°C

Typical

62.0°C

Hottest 10%

74.0°C

Load Temperature

80.0°C

Hot

Coolest 10%

65.0°C

Typical

78.0°C

Hottest 10%

95.0°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%: 65°CTypical: 78°CHottest 10%: 95°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 65°C — cooler than 10% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 65°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

2026-062026-09

Load temperature by ambient

Cool room (≤20°C)

78.0°C1 submission

Moderate room (21–25°C)

79.8°C4 submissions

Warm room (≥26°C)

78.0°C2 submissions

Coldest run

62.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Sep 5, 2026

Hottest run

97.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Aug 4, 2026

Cooling Comparison

Stock Cooler

75.8°C6 reports

Aftermarket Air Cooler

78.0°C2 reports

Unknown

89.7°C3 reports

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.

Compare with similar hardware

Other mid-range CPUs from Intel

Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 24.1°C.

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Sep 21, 2026	Stock Cooler	62.0°C	77.0°C
Sep 15, 2026	Aftermarket Air Cooler	39.0°C	68.0°C
Sep 14, 2026	Aftermarket Air Cooler	70.0°C	88.0°C
Sep 5, 2026	Stock Cooler	48.0°C	62.0°C
Sep 1, 2026	Stock Cooler	74.0°C	78.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-1235U?

Based on 11 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-1235U runs at an average idle temperature of 60.2°C and an average load temperature of 80°C. Anything between 65°C and 95°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 80°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-1235U?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-1235U is around 90°C under sustained load. 80°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 i5-1235U?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-1235U, 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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