Intel Xeon E-2146G

Based on 2 reportsCPUIntelFlagshipMost recent submission: Jun 13, 2026

The Intel Xeon E-2146G runs at an average of 69°C under load based on 2 community submissions. The hottest 10% of submissions report temperatures above 70°C, while the coolest 10% stay below 68°C. Idle temperatures average 47°C.

Runs cool
Average load temp is below the typical flagship baseline of 80°C — this hardware runs cooler than most in its class.

Specifications

Manufacturer
Intel

Idle Temperature

47.0°C
Cool
Coolest 10%
44.0°C
Typical
44.0°C
Hottest 10%
50.0°C

Load Temperature

69.0°C
Warm
Coolest 10%
68.0°C
Typical
68.0°C
Hottest 10%
70.0°C

Load temperature distribution

60–70°C
1
70–80°C
1

Load Temperature Distribution

20°C60°C100°C
Coolest 10%: 68°CTypical: 68°CHottest 10%: 70°C

Is your temperature normal?

  • Below 68°C — cooler than 90% of submissions for this hardware. Excellent cooling.
  • Between 68°C and 70°C — within the typical range for this hardware.
  • Above 70°C — hotter than 90% of submissions. Worth investigating: thermal paste, cooler mount, dust, or case airflow.
  • Above 95°C — at or beyond the safe operating ceiling for this tier. Reduce load, check cooling, and consider professional inspection.

Submissions over time

2026-052026-06

Load temperature by ambient

Moderate room (21–25°C)
70.0°C1 submission
Warm room (≥26°C)
68.0°C1 submission

Coldest run

68.0°C
Stock Cooler cooling·Jun 13, 2026

Hottest run

70.0°C
Stock Cooler cooling·May 14, 2026

What's normal for this tier?

Flagship desktop CPUs are designed to push high boost clocks, often hitting 85–95°C under sustained all-core loads even with quality cooling. Many modern flagships (Ryzen 7000, Core i9 14th-gen) intentionally run hot as a thermal-throttling target — that is by design, not a malfunction.

Ambient room temperature affects readings. Average reported ambient: 24°C.

Recent Submissions

DateCoolingIdleLoad
Jun 13, 2026Stock Cooler50.0°C68.0°C
May 14, 2026Stock Cooler44.0°C70.0°C

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal temperature for the Intel Xeon E-2146G?

Based on 2 community submissions, the Intel Xeon E-2146G runs at an average idle temperature of 47°C and an average load temperature of 69°C. Anything between 68°C and 70°C under load is within the typical range for this hardware.

Is 69°C too hot for the Intel Xeon E-2146G?

The safe operating ceiling for flagship CPUs like the Intel Xeon E-2146G is around 95°C under sustained load. 69°C is within the safe operating range. If you're exceeding 95°C, check thermal paste, cooler mounting, dust buildup, and case airflow.

What is the best cooler for the Intel Xeon E-2146G?

For a 80W flagship CPU like the Intel Xeon E-2146G, 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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