whats the best thermal paste to buy?does it even matter what kind it is?

i went on ebay and there so many types of thermal paste and dont kno which one to buy can any of you guys help me out?does it even matter what type oif thermal paste it is? cuz i dont want to damage my cpu using the wrong type

As far as I know, there's no thermal paste that will actually damage your processor. Maybe if you use something that isn't thermal paste, you could damage it. Anyhow, anything the page I'm listing should do you good. There are adhesives on the page also, don't use those on a processor. Surface cleaners/purifiers are a waste of money - rubbing alcohol fits the job of cleaning.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=2010110085%204024&name=%240%20-%20%2410

Hi Arctic Silver 5 is a popular compound. I have used it with good results.

artic silver it is then thanks for the help

The Noctua branded one performas the same as AC but you get LOADS more of it for your cash!

stick a nice bit of gum on it :twisted:nah just joking artic silver is a good brand paste

Arctic Silver 5, I always scrape the junk off that comes on HSF stock. It will help, if you watch temps closely.

dont use that cheap white stuff or the green one their horrible and dry out fast

Arctic Cooling MX-2 works better then Arctic Silver 5.jakarai

and its non metalic. wont screw your board if you get in on something

A quality Thermal Pad is less messy and won't have to be re-applied every couple months.

The trade-off is like a + 3C to 5C temp change - but who the hell cares abotu +5C if you're still under 50C at load anyway?

Just my 2 cents. Grease is high-maintenence. I'm too laid back to play with grease unless I'm cooking burgers in it :)

A quality Thermal Pad is less messy and won't have to be re-applied every couple months.

The trade-off is like a + 3C to 5C temp change - but who the hell cares abotu +5C if you're still under 50C at load anyway?

Just my 2 cents. Grease is high-maintenence. I'm too laid back to play with grease unless I'm cooking burgers in it :)

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