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    Best thermal paste application method (laptops)

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by genexis_x, Sep 30, 2018.

  1. genexis_x

    genexis_x Notebook Consultant

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    Pea, cross, spread or any other methods...which one is the best method?

    Also, apply the same method on both CPU+GPU or different methods?
     
    genexis_x, Sep 30, 2018
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  2. Danishblunt

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    doesn't matter, has been tested million times, just use whatever method you like best. I spread it so it leaves the least amount mess behind.
     
    Danishblunt, Sep 30, 2018
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    bennyg Notebook Virtuoso

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    All will suck to some degree if the heatsink is not aligned properly first.

    Not that I use much paste anymore but I used to use a line for rectangular dies and cross for squareish ones.
     
    bennyg, Oct 1, 2018
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