I just installed a new M.2 NVMe SSD in my PC, and I noticed that some videos show people adding a heatsink. Is it really important to have one? I didn't receive a heatsink with my SSD, and my motherboard doesn't include one either. Would I be okay without it?
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You should be fine without a heatsink unless you're using a high-end Gen 5.0 NVMe drive. For most users, especially with Gen 3 or lower-end Gen 4 drives, it’s not necessary.
It really depends on your specs. Gen 3 SSDs typically don’t need a heatsink at all, but Gen 4 can heat up enough to warrant one. You might want to monitor your drive's temperatures after heavy use.
If your SSD is a lower-end Gen 4, you're probably okay. Just keep in mind that higher-end SSDs can get quite hot, so if you’re using one of those, a heatsink might be a good idea.
It's a good practice to check the temperatures of your SSD after doing some intensive file transfers. If you find your drive getting too hot, consider picking up a heatsink. They're usually not too costly!
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