I've recently tried applying thermal paste for the first time using spatulas, but I found it pretty tricky since the paste kept sticking to the spatula, forcing me to redo it multiple times. I ended up using two spatulas to smooth it out. Are there any simpler methods that could make this process easier?
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No need for a spatula at all! Just put a small line down the center of your CPU die and let the pressure from the cooler do the work. Most thermal pastes are designed to spread out well when you mount the cooler, so you don't need to overthink it.
Instead of using spatulas, just grab a syringe and apply a pea-sized amount of thermal paste right in the center. Then, place the heatsink on top; it will spread out nicely as you secure it. Easy peasy!
If you're going for a more advanced option, consider spending a bit of time applying liquid metal. It's a bit of a task, especially for someone else’s computer, but it's worth it for great thermal conductivity!
Forget the spatulas! Just drop a small dot in the middle of the CPU die. Once the cooler is attached, that should do the trick! Simple and effective.
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