Intel Core i7-11700

Based on 4 reportsCPUIntelHigh-endMost recent submission: Jul 29, 2026

The Intel Core i7-11700 runs at an average of 87.8°C under load based on 4 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 99°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 62°C. Idle temperatures average 71.5°C.

Runs warm

Average load temp is above the typical high-end baseline of 75°C — slightly warmer than peers in its class.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 8

Idle Temperature

71.5°C

Warm

Coolest 10%

54.0°C

Typical

67.0°C

Hottest 10%

90.0°C

Load Temperature

87.8°C

Hot

Coolest 10%

62.0°C

Typical

94.0°C

Hottest 10%

99.0°C

Load temperature distribution

60–70°C

90–100°C

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C

Coolest 10%: 62°CTypical: 94°CHottest 10%: 99°C

Is your temperature normal?

Below 62°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
Between 62°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.

Load temperature by ambient

Cool room (≤20°C)

62.0°C1 submission

Moderate room (21–25°C)

95.0°C2 submissions

Coldest run

62.0°C

— cooling·Jul 20, 2026

Hottest run

99.0°C

Stock Cooler cooling·Jul 29, 2026

Cooling Comparison

Unknown

62.0°C1 report

Stock Cooler

96.3°C3 reports

What's normal for this tier?

High-end CPUs typically run 70–85°C under load with a good air or AIO cooler. Sustained loads at 90°C+ usually indicate a cooling issue, dried thermal paste, or restrictive case airflow.

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Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 15.3°C.

Recent Submissions

Date	Cooling	Idle	Load
Jul 29, 2026	Stock Cooler	67.0°C	99.0°C
Jul 20, 2026	—	54.0°C	62.0°C
Jul 2, 2026	Stock Cooler	75.0°C	94.0°C
Jul 2, 2026	Stock Cooler	90.0°C	96.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i7-11700?

Based on 4 community submissions, the Intel Core i7-11700 runs at an average idle temperature of 71.5°C and an average load temperature of 87.8°C. Anything between 62°C and 90°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 87.8°C too hot for the Intel Core i7-11700?

The safe operating ceiling for high-end CPUs like the Intel Core i7-11700 is around 90°C under sustained load. 87.8°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 i7-11700?

For a 75W high-end CPU like the Intel Core i7-11700, 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.