Intel Core i5-12450H
The Intel Core i5-12450H runs at an average of 84.2°C under load based on 38 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 98°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 65°C. Idle temperatures average 57.8°C.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Intel
- Cores
- 8
Idle Temperature
Load Temperature
Load temperature distribution
Load Temperature Distribution
Is your temperature normal?
- Below 65°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
- Between 65°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
Load temperature by ambient
Coolest Intel Core i5-12450H PCs
Each PC's coolest ranked result under load, out of 6 PCs. Room temperatures differ, so treat close results as a tie.
Ranked results ran 2 minutes or more with settled temperatures and a steady load. All leaderboards
Coldest run
Hottest run
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: 26.6°C.
Device Types
Laptop Models
20 of 38 laptop reports named the laptop model.
By manufacturer
By model
Avg load- ASUS TUF Dash F15 FX517ZC2 reports76.0°C
- HP Victus2 reports88.5°C
- Lenovo LOQ 15IRH82 reports77.5°C
- MSI Thin GF63 12VE2 reports89.5°C
- Acer Aspire A515-571 report55.0°C
- Acer Aspire Lite AL15-52H1 report90.0°C
- Casper Excalibur Bilgisayar Sistemleri G7701 report98.0°C
- Casper Excalibur G8701 report81.0°C
+5 more models
Recent Submissions
| Date | Cooling | Idle | Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 49.0°C | 99.0°C |
| Nov 2, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 36.0°C | 55.0°C |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 50.0°C | 74.0°C |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 38.0°C | 90.0°C |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 49.0°C | 73.0°C |
Frequently asked questions
What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-12450H?
Based on 38 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-12450H runs at an average idle temperature of 57.8°C and an average load temperature of 84.2°C. Anything between 65°C and 90°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.
Is 84.2°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-12450H?
The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-12450H is around 90°C under sustained load. 84.2°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 i5-12450H?
For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-12450H, 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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