Each thermal paste comes with its own thermal conductivity rating for how efficient it is at transferring heat from the processor to the heatsink. Liquid and non-metallic compounds have different conductivity levels. As a general rule, the higher the number rating, the better the compound is going to be at heat conduction. This will allow it to squeeze throughout the CPU easily. When choosing the right paste, care must also be taken to ensure that the paste has the right consistency for applying it directly to the CPU or GPU without risking damage to the components.
The higher the viscosity of the compound, the thicker it will be so that it looks more like an actual paste. This type of paste is typically better for sticking the heat sink compound to the processor. Compounds with lower viscosity are typically more liquid, and these tend to leak onto the motherboard easily when too much of the compound is used. A compound with low conductivity can also be chosen to allow application without shorts, even if the paste touches any of the electrical components.
The thermal design power shows the amount of power that a processor is going to use. This can be used as an estimate to determine how hot it is going to get. A processor with higher TDP is likely to use more power and, therefore, generate a lot more heat. This is something else to consider when choosing the best thermal compound to ensure that it can handle the heat generated to keep the components safe, cool, and performing at their best.
The TDP is listed on the processor specs. Even with the best thermal compound on the market, it will be next to impossible to bring down the temperature of a system if the cooling solution being used is not a very effective one. Use only a pea-sized amount of paste. Apply it to the center in order to allow the heatsink to push the substance down onto the CPU.
This is a great technique to prevent spreading the paste over the heat spreader and the method works particularly well with less viscous solutions. When using a liquid compound, apply a paper-thin layer over your CPU using just a dot of the substance on either side of the CPU. Most manufacturers specify a shelf life of up to three years for packages that are unopened.
However, that does not take into consideration the date the tube was produced. This means that even when enthusiasts buy compounds new, they may have been sitting on some shelf for quite a while which makes it likely that the compound has already degraded. This buying guide is a great resource to use when searching for the best thermal compound to keep any system cool and enhance performance dramatically. Its thermal conductivity is rated at 8. The Noctuna NT-H1 was one of my favorite thermal compounds that I recommended to many of my friends and family who were looking for a thermal paste.
Now, the company has launched a much-improved version of the NT-H1. The NT-H2 uses a new fine-tuned mixture of metal oxide micro-particles for even lower thermal resistance and reduced bond-line thickness at typical mounting pressures. The thermal compound can be stored for 3 years and works for 5 five years without any problem once applied. The thermal conductivity has not been rated by the manufacturer. Overall, the NT-H2 is an affordable yet professional solution for overclockers for some exceptional thermal results.
These liquid-metal based thermal compound take the game to a whole new level by boasting very high thermal conductivity of That being said, these liquid-metal based thermal compounds should strictly not be used with aluminium heatsinks , as the gallium alloy used here will corrode the aluminium in your heatsink.
Thanks to its exceptional performance, it has become the go-to thermal paste for computer nerds who want to run their machines to the extreme.
They make keyboards, mice, cases, custom cooling solutions, mousepads, power supply, coolers, and more. The paste has an ultra-low thermal impedance which allows it to effectively lowers CPU temperatures. It also has a long life and lasts for years with no drying, cracking or change in consistency. Apart from that, the Formula X paste is easy to apply, even if you are a beginner and it comes with all the tools you need like a scraper, grease, rag, fingertips etc. It is also highly durable, not volatile, odorless, and non-corrosive and very importantly, comes at a great price tag.
Thermalright TF8 Thermal Compound Paste The final thermal paste that we are featuring here is the Thermalright TF8 thermal compound paste which is composed of carbon micro-particles which lead to an extremely high thermal conductivity. It also has a very long life. Once applied, it can work efficiently for up to 8 years. Talking about some numbers, the TF8 has a thermal conductivity rating of What that means is that it can transfer heat from your CPU to heat-sink to give you better cooling.
Overall, one of the best thermal pastes on the market. What do you need thermal paste for? How do I apply thermal paste? How do I remove old thermal paste? How long does thermal paste last? Which thermal paste is the best? Which packaging sizes do we offer? How do I apply Thermal Paste? You can find a video tutorial on applying thermal paste here:. How do I remove old Thermal Paste? How long does Thermal Paste last and when does it need to be replaced? Which Thermal Paste performs best in tests?
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A single drop out of place can lead to a dead PC, so extra care is imperative. Liquid metal compounds are almost always electrically conductive, so while these compounds provide better performance than their paste counterparts, they require more focus and attention during application.
They are very hard to remove if you get some in the wrong place, which would fry your system. In contrast, traditional thermal paste compounds are relatively simple for every experience level. Most, but not all, traditional pastes are electrically non-conductive.
We have a detailed breakdown of the best methods for applying thermal paste here. Here are the best thermal pastes, along with our complete test results. Keep in mind that you don't always get what you pay for as some budget pastes come awfully close to or overtake their more-expensive competitors.
Often hanging close to, but not overtaking, liquid metal compounds in our tests, PromilaTech PK-3 Nano Aluminum paste is a moderately viscous thermal compound integrated with aluminum and zinc oxide. The paste provides good stability, making it easy to apply to all surfaces as well as simple to clean up. You really can't go wrong with this paste — it is sufficient for most CPU applications.
Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut is a mildly viscous thermal compound with good stability, making it simple to work with while also resisting drips and runs. This paste is very easy to apply and clean up, making it a favorite among system builders. A compound with traditional thermal compound attributes such as thick, pliable viscosity and good stability upon application.
MasterGel Pro v2 is easy to work with, simple to apply and cleans up well. Technical spec sheets do not list individual ingredients. MX-5 is a new compound which does not directly replace their popular MX-4 but is a new formulation for enthusiast use based on carbon micro-particulates in what is assumed to be a silicon or silicone base.
The slight-blue tint and smooth, viscous compound has a bit more fluid consistency much like thin toothpaste making it easy to apply and cleanup which lends to very smooth and fast spreading during cooler tension, but can also be prone to dripping and running if applied on vertical surfaces.
NB Max Pro is a smooth, creamy non-conductive paste that flows well during tensioning. A screw-on cap syringe maintains compound longevity to prevent drying and is priced as an attractive paste for those on a budget. You really can't go wrong with this paste — it is sufficient for the majority of builds.
Gelid GC-Extreme is a moderately viscous compound, making it very stable during application and it spreads consistently, although it requires slow consistent pressure on the syringe plunger for correct placement.
This TIM is relatively easy to use and simple to clean up. While known and listed to being electrically non-conductive, most technical data sheets refer to the chemical make-up which includes heat-conductive metal oxides suspended in what is likely a silicone base. This thick, viscous non-conductive compound has a great deal of plasticity, giving it slower spreading properties. As a result, heatsink installation will require additional focus to apply even tension to ensure proper spread.
The NTE A paste is an industrial silicone thermal compound designed for diodes and transistors in commercial and residential electronic equipment. NTE A is silky smooth and spreads very easily. The large, 1oz Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut liquid metal thermal compound has a very thin, runny consistency and is applied to the CPU integrated heat spreader with a syringe delivery system and capillary needle applicator tip. Excess material can be siphoned off using a special extraction tip by pulling the syringe plunger to withdraw excess liquid metal.
CoolLaboratory Liquid Pro is a liquid metal compound that is applied with a syringe and capillary tip to the CPU integrated heat spreader, and it ships with a scouring pad and alcohol swab for prep and cleanup.
Application and spreading of the liquid metal are made easier with cotton swabs and generous pressure for even distribution. Liquid metal can cause reactions with some metals, such as aluminum, and some reports of reactions with copper are also documented by end-users. Liquid Metal Compound LM ships as a syringe with a capillary applicator tip. Spreading the compound is made easier with cotton swabs and generous pressure to develop a consistent coating on the CPU IHS.
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