I recently installed a new CPU and I'm a bit worried that I might not have put enough thermal paste on it. Is the best way to check this just to monitor the CPU temperatures for a while? What should I be looking out for? Thanks for any advice!
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The cooler will spread the thermal paste into a thin layer, which is typically all you really need. It helps with heat transfer between the CPU and the cooler.
Definitely keep an eye on the temps—if they're under 80-85°C while you're gaming for a good 30-60 minutes, you’re in good shape. If it hits 85-90°C, consider reapplying the thermal paste.
You’ll likely be okay, but remember that if the thermal paste dries out faster, you might need to replace it sooner than later.
Yes, keeping an eye on your CPU temperatures is a solid way to check. If they stay in a safe range, you should be fine.
I used a bit less than a pea-sized amount in the center, so I guess it should work, but I still worry since it's a new build.