{"id":28794,"date":"2023-05-04T15:30:09","date_gmt":"2023-05-04T14:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=28794"},"modified":"2025-04-28T17:02:00","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T16:02:00","slug":"how-to-apply-thermal-paste","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-apply-thermal-paste\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Apply Thermal Paste"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applying thermal paste to a CPU is a crucial step in building a computer, as it prevents overheating. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of applying thermal paste to both AMD and Intel processors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text2-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"How to Apply Thermal Paste\" class=\"wp-image-28894\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text2-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text2-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text2-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text2-580x580.png 580w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text2.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is Thermal Paste?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thermal paste is a material that is used to fill the microscopic gaps between the CPU and the heat sink, allowing for better heat transfer and preventing the CPU from overheating.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed alignfull is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"margin-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);margin-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Apply Thermal Paste and CPU Cooler | Overclockers UK Short\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/39M1ha1ryYs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do I need Thermal Paste?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. No matter what processor you have, it will need thermal paste to work correctly. However, some CPU coolers, including stock coolers from AMD and Intel, will come with pre-applied thermal paste, usually protected by a piece of plastic during shipping. In this case, you\u2019ll only need to remove the plastic before mounting your cooler.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/230309-cpu-compatibility-blog-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Img of a EK CPU AiO watercooler with the text How to check CPU cooler compatibility overlayed\" class=\"wp-image-26198\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/230309-cpu-compatibility-blog-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/230309-cpu-compatibility-blog-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/230309-cpu-compatibility-blog-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/230309-cpu-compatibility-blog-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/230309-cpu-compatibility-blog-580x580.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/230309-cpu-compatibility-blog.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to check CPU cooler compatibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-check-cpu-cooler-compatibility\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 1: Gather the necessary tools:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A tube of thermal paste&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A CPU cleaning solution such as Isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth (optional)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your CPU&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 2: Prepare your CPU (Optional)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you apply thermal paste, you need to clean your CPU. First, turn off your computer and unplug it from the wall. Remove the CPU from the socket and clean any old thermal paste from both the CPU and the cooler using isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth. You can also use a CPU cleaning solution for this step.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For AMD processors, it&#8217;s best to apply the thermal paste in a straight line down the centre of the CPU. For Intel processors, it&#8217;s best to apply the thermal paste in a small dot in the centre of the CPU.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>You\u2019ll only need to do this step when using a pre-owned processor in a new build, or when changing your CPU cooler.&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 4: Spread the thermal paste<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some people suggest you should spread thermal paste around your CPU with a plastic card or razor blade. This is entirely optional, as your CPU cooler will spread the paste for you, thanks to the mounting pressure. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27249\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-580x580.png 580w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Copy-of-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Check Your CPU\u2019s Temperature<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-check-your-cpus-temperature\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Thermal Paste should I buy?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend Thermal Grizzly\u2019s Kryonaut thermal paste due to its brilliant performance with high-end components. However, if you prefer another brand, Overclockers UK has a whole host of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/air-cooling\/cooler-accessories\/thermal-paste\">thermal compounds<\/a> to choose from.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut High Performance Thermal Paste<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Designed especially for overclocking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent thermal conductivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No cure time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High long-term stability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/thermal-grizzly-kryonaut-high-performance-thermal-paste-5.5g-1.5-ml-th-001-tg.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"503\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-03-at-14-25-22-Thermal-Grizzly-Kryonaut-High-Performance-Thermal-Paste-5.5g-_-1.5-ml.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28797\" style=\"width:358px;height:358px\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-03-at-14-25-22-Thermal-Grizzly-Kryonaut-High-Performance-Thermal-Paste-5.5g-_-1.5-ml.jpg 503w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-03-at-14-25-22-Thermal-Grizzly-Kryonaut-High-Performance-Thermal-Paste-5.5g-_-1.5-ml-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-03-at-14-25-22-Thermal-Grizzly-Kryonaut-High-Performance-Thermal-Paste-5.5g-_-1.5-ml-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 503px) 100vw, 503px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Delidding-CPU-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Is Delidding Your CPU Worth It?\" class=\"wp-image-47049\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Delidding-CPU-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Delidding-CPU-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Delidding-CPU-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Delidding-CPU-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Delidding-CPU-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Delidding-CPU.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Delidding Your CPU Worth It?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/is-delidding-your-cpu-worth-it-in-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ready to go?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adding&nbsp;thermal paste to your CPU may seem daunting at first but there is really nothing to it. Make sure to let us know your new PCs spec down in the comments so we can be all jelly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Applying thermal paste to a CPU is a crucial step in building a computer, as it prevents overheating. 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