Intel Core i5-8350U

Based on 15 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Nov 9, 2026

The Intel Core i5-8350U runs at an average of 80.1°C under load based on 15 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 98°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 64°C. Idle temperatures average 61.4°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

61.4°C

Normal

Coolest 10%

48.0°C

Typical

62.0°C

Hottest 10%

77.0°C

Load Temperature

80.1°C

Hot

Coolest 10%

64.0°C

Typical

82.0°C

Hottest 10%

98.0°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%: 64°CTypical: 82°CHottest 10%: 98°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 64°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 64°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

2026-052026-11

Load temperature by ambient

Cool room (≤20°C)

89.0°C1 submission

Moderate room (21–25°C)

84.5°C2 submissions

Warm room (≥26°C)

69.7°C3 submissions

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Coldest run

54.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Oct 31, 2026

Hottest run

98.0°C

— cooling·Jul 3, 2026

Cooling Comparison

Stock Cooler

78.8°C12 reports

Unknown

84.0°C2 reports

AIO Liquid Cooler

89.0°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: 23.3°C.

Device Types

laptop8 reports

desktop7 reports

Laptop Models

4 of 8 laptop reports named the laptop model.

By manufacturer

Lenovo

By model

Avg load

Lenovo ThinkPad T480S3 reports86.3°C
HP EliteBook 830 G51 report54.0°C

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Nov 9, 2026	Stock Cooler	62.0°C	75.0°C
Nov 6, 2026	Stock Cooler	48.0°C	92.0°C
Nov 6, 2026	Stock Cooler	54.0°C	92.0°C
Oct 31, 2026	Stock Cooler	42.0°C	54.0°C
Sep 30, 2026	Stock Cooler	77.0°C	86.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i5-8350U?

Based on 15 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-8350U runs at an average idle temperature of 61.4°C and an average load temperature of 80.1°C. Anything between 64°C and 90°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 80.1°C too hot for the Intel Core i5-8350U?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core i5-8350U is around 90°C under sustained load. 80.1°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 i5-8350U?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core i5-8350U, 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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