Intel Core i5-12500H

Based on 15 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Oct 19, 2026

The Intel Core i5-12500H runs at an average of 74.1°C under load based on 15 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 94°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 59°C. Idle temperatures average 56.7°C.

Runs normal

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

Specifications

Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 12

Idle Temperature

56.7°C

Normal

Coolest 10%

39.0°C

Typical

54.0°C

Hottest 10%

85.0°C

Load Temperature

74.1°C

Warm

Coolest 10%

59.0°C

Typical

74.0°C

Hottest 10%

94.0°C

Load temperature distribution

50–60°C

60–70°C

70–80°C

80–90°C

90–100°C

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C

Coolest 10%: 59°CTypical: 74°CHottest 10%: 94°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 59°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 59°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

2026-052026-10

Load temperature by ambient

Moderate room (21–25°C)

84.0°C4 submissions

Warm room (≥26°C)

65.0°C1 submission

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Coldest run

52.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Sep 4, 2026

Hottest run

95.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Jul 14, 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: 25.7°C.

Device Types

laptop15 reports

Laptop Models

8 of 15 laptop reports named the laptop model.

By manufacturer

Acer

ASUS

Dell

Gigabyte

Other brands

By model

Avg load

Acer Nitro 51 report81.0°C
Acer Nitro V1 report64.0°C
ASUS Vivobook 141 report93.0°C
Gigabyte G7 KF1 report67.1°C
HP Victus1 report74.0°C
HP Victus 15-FA0XXX1 report65.0°C

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Oct 19, 2026	Stock Cooler	64.0°C	84.0°C
Sep 29, 2026	Stock Cooler	37.0°C	62.0°C
Sep 29, 2026	Stock Cooler	61.0°C	74.0°C
Sep 11, 2026	Stock Cooler	54.0°C	71.0°C
Sep 4, 2026	Stock Cooler	40.0°C	52.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-12500H?

Based on 15 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-12500H runs at an average idle temperature of 56.7°C and an average load temperature of 74.1°C. Anything between 59°C and 90°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 74.1°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-12500H?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-12500H is around 90°C under sustained load. 74.1°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 i5-12500H?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-12500H, 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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