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Intel Core i5-8350U Temperatures — Idle 63.1°C · Load 79.7°C — 9 reports | ThermalStats

Intel Core i5-8350U

Based on 9 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Aug 30, 2026

The Intel Core i5-8350U runs at an average of 79.7°C under load based on 9 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 98°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 64°C. Idle temperatures average 63.1°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

63.1°C

Normal

Coolest 10%

52.0°C

Typical

62.0°C

Hottest 10%

82.0°C

Load Temperature

79.7°C

Warm

Coolest 10%

64.0°C

Typical

75.0°C

Hottest 10%

98.0°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%: 64°CTypical: 75°CHottest 10%: 98°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 64°C — cooler than 10% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 64°C and 98°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
Above 98°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

2026-052026-08

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

Coldest run

64.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Aug 13, 2026

Hottest run

98.0°C

— cooling·Jul 3, 2026

Cooling Comparison

Stock Cooler

76.7°C6 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.

Compare with similar hardware

Other mid-range CPUs from Intel

Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 23.3°C.

Device Types

laptop2 reports

desktop7 reports

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Aug 30, 2026	Stock Cooler	60.0°C	71.0°C
Aug 30, 2026	Stock Cooler	65.0°C	75.0°C
Aug 16, 2026	—	63.0°C	70.0°C
Aug 13, 2026	Stock Cooler	53.0°C	64.0°C
Jul 26, 2026	Stock Cooler	62.0°C	70.0°C

Frequently asked questions

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

Based on 9 community submissions, the Intel Core i5-8350U runs at an average idle temperature of 63.1°C and an average load temperature of 79.7°C. Anything between 64°C and 98°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 79.7°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. 79.7°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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