Intel Core i5-8265U

Based on 15 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Oct 11, 2026

The Intel Core i5-8265U runs at an average of 88.8°C under load based on 15 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 100.5°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 63°C. Idle temperatures average 67°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

67.0°C

Warm

Coolest 10%

49.0°C

Typical

68.5°C

Hottest 10%

88.0°C

Load Temperature

88.8°C

Hot

Coolest 10%

63.0°C

Typical

97.5°C

Hottest 10%

100.5°C

Load temperature distribution

60–70°C

70–80°C

80–90°C

90–100°C

100–110°C

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C

Coolest 10%: 63°CTypical: 97.5°CHottest 10%: 100.5°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 63°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 63°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

2026-042026-10

Load temperature by ambient

Cool room (≤20°C)

71.5°C1 submission

Moderate room (21–25°C)

80.0°C1 submission

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Coldest run

63.0°C

— cooling·Sep 5, 2026

Hottest run

100.5°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Sep 29, 2026

Cooling Comparison

Aftermarket Air Cooler

63.0°C1 report

Unknown

80.5°C2 reports

Stock Cooler

91.9°C11 reports

Other

98.0°C1 report

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: 21.2°C.

Device Types

laptop9 reports

desktop6 reports

Laptop Models

7 of 9 laptop reports named the laptop model.

By manufacturer

Dell

By model

Avg load

Dell 53004 reports96.9°C
Dell Latitude 33101 report99.0°C

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Oct 11, 2026	Stock Cooler	52.0°C	99.0°C
Oct 2, 2026	Stock Cooler	77.0°C	89.0°C
Oct 1, 2026	Stock Cooler	85.0°C	86.0°C
Sep 29, 2026	Stock Cooler	54.0°C	100.0°C
Sep 29, 2026	Stock Cooler	58.5°C	97.5°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-8265U?

Based on 15 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-8265U runs at an average idle temperature of 67°C and an average load temperature of 88.8°C. Anything between 63°C and 90°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 88.8°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-8265U?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-8265U is around 90°C under sustained load. 88.8°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 i5-8265U?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-8265U, 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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