Intel Core Ultra 5 225F

Based on 3 reportsCPUIntelMid-rangeMost recent submission: Aug 26, 2026

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225F runs at an average of 50.3°C under load based on 3 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 58°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 45°C. Idle temperatures average 39.7°C.

Runs cool
Average load temp is below the typical mid-range baseline of 70°C — this hardware runs cooler than most in its class.

Specifications

Manufacturer
Intel

Idle Temperature

39.7°C
Cool
Coolest 10%
37.0°C
Typical
40.0°C
Hottest 10%
42.0°C

Load Temperature

50.3°C
Normal
Coolest 10%
45.0°C
Typical
48.0°C
Hottest 10%
58.0°C

Load temperature distribution

40–50°C
2
50–60°C
1

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C
Coolest 10%: 45°CTypical: 48°CHottest 10%: 58°C

Is your temperature normal?

  • Below 45°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
  • Between 45°C and 58°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
  • Above 58°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

Coldest run

45.0°C
AIO Liquid Cooler cooling·May 22, 2026

Hottest run

58.0°C
Stock Cooler cooling·Aug 26, 2026

Cooling Comparison

AIO Liquid Cooler
46.5°C2 reports
Stock Cooler
58.0°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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Recent Submissions

DateCoolingIdleLoad
Aug 26, 2026Stock Cooler42.0°C58.0°C
May 22, 2026AIO Liquid Cooler37.0°C48.0°C
May 22, 2026AIO Liquid Cooler40.0°C45.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Core Ultra 5 225F?

Based on 3 community submissions, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225F runs at an average idle temperature of 39.7°C and an average load temperature of 50.3°C. Anything between 45°C and 58°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 50.3°C too hot for the Intel Core Ultra 5 225F?

The safe operating ceiling for mid-range CPUs like the Intel Core Ultra 5 225F is around 90°C under sustained load. 50.3°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 Ultra 5 225F?

For a 70W mid-range CPU like the Intel Core Ultra 5 225F, 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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