This temperature is quite high for the Intel i5-11500 during a multi-core Cinebench R23 test.
This temperature is quite high for the Intel i5-11500 during a multi-core Cinebench R23 test.
You're seeing temperatures around 80°C during a multicore test, which is quite high for an Intel i5-11500 with the Scythe Mugen cooler and one fan. This level is typical under load but may indicate the need for better cooling or thermal management. Checking the attached image can help confirm if this is within expected ranges.
Ensure the internal CPU stays below 100 °C for optimal performance. Aim for around 95 °C maximum. Your current temperature is acceptable, but you might consider lowering it slightly if rumors suggest it could extend device life.
Your initial heat level is 51°C. That’s elevated. How warm is your environment? Although acceptable, 80°C with a powerful cooler nearby feels intense for a non-K Intel processor. What is the current fan speed on your CPU?
It looks typical to draw 150 watts under full load, but that's quite a lot of power for the CPU.
I reside in the Philippines where the room stays about 30 degrees Celsius without air conditioning. I set the fans to auto detect mode.
The TDP listed for this processor is 65W, but I increased the power limit in the BIOS to let it draw more current, as suggested by Optimum Tech in his review of the 11400—essentially the same chip with slower clock speeds. Thanks for the clarification! This is my first PC build, so I’m wondering if positioning the CPU cooler properly would help.
Thank you! It's also taking into account the CPU's power consumption of roughly 140-150 watts.
The elevated surroundings and unlocked power settings indicate the heat levels are acceptable. Temperatures remain safely away from the 95°C to 100°C threshold where performance degradation occurs.
It's also important to mention I removed the maximum power cap for this CPU. This means it's drawing roughly 140-150 watts during a full-core evaluation.