What is the Best Way to Apply Thermal Compound?

Posted on Wednesday, June 08 2011 @ 21:36 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck
HardwareSecrets tested several ways to apply thermal compound on a CPU in order to find out what is the method that brings the best performance. Check it out over here. The conclusion is that putting a small drop of themal compound at the center of the processor is the best way to apply thermal compound.
"If there is one thing about computer hardware where there is no consensus, it's the right way to apply thermal compound on a CPU. Today, we present seven ways to apply it, showing how the CPU looks after removing the cooler and how each way affects cooling performance."


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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.



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