Intel Core i7-9750H
The Intel Core i7-9750H runs at an average of 87.1°C under load based on 46 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 100°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 67°C. Idle temperatures average 64.1°C.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Intel
Idle Temperature
Load Temperature
Load temperature distribution
Load Temperature Distribution
Is your temperature normal?
- Below 67°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
- Between 67°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
Load temperature by ambient
Coolest Intel Core i7-9750H PCs
Each PC's coolest ranked result under load, out of 7 PCs. Room temperatures differ, so treat close results as a tie.
Ranked results ran 2 minutes or more with settled temperatures and a steady load. All leaderboards
Coldest run
Hottest run
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.
Compare with similar hardware
Other high-end CPUs from Intel
Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 26.2°C.
Device Types
Laptop Models
29 of 46 laptop reports named the laptop model.
By manufacturer
By model
Avg load- Dell G5 55908 reports81.0°C
- HP ZBook Studio X360 G54 reports98.5°C
- XMG Fusion 154 reports83.0°C
- Lenovo IdeaPad L340-15IRH Gaming2 reports85.0°C
- Lenovo L3402 reports88.0°C
- Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH2 reports92.5°C
- MSI GF63 Thin 9SC2 reports81.0°C
- ASUS Vivobook 151 report92.0°C
+4 more models
Recent Submissions
| Date | Cooling | Idle | Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 93.0°C | 100.0°C |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 41.5°C | 92.5°C |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 68.5°C | 92.5°C |
| Oct 18, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 52.0°C | 56.0°C |
| Oct 18, 2026 | Stock Cooler | 36.0°C | 45.0°C |
Frequently asked questions
What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core i7-9750H?
Based on 46 community submissions, the Intel Core i7-9750H runs at an average idle temperature of 64.1°C and an average load temperature of 87.1°C. Anything between 67°C and 90°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.
Is 87.1°C too hot for the Intel Core i7-9750H?
The safe operating ceiling for high-end CPUs like the Intel Core i7-9750H is around 90°C under sustained load. 87.1°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 i7-9750H?
For a 75W high-end CPU like the Intel Core i7-9750H, 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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