I'm diving into PC cooling solutions, and I'm curious about thermal pads specifically for GPUs. Are they really worth it? If so, what brands or types do you guys recommend?
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When it comes to thermal pads, the important things to consider are the thickness and squishiness of the pad rather than just the brand. If you're experiencing high temperatures in your GPU, like a hotspot hitting around 93°C, that’s something to address! Make sure to look at the specific needs of your VRAM or VRM too.
Here are some top recommendations for thermal pads that work well for GPUs and VRAM:
1. Fujipoly Extreme XR-m (17.0 W/mK)
2. Thermalright Odyssey (12.8 W/mK)
3. Gelid GP-Extreme (12.0 W/mK)
4. Thermal Grizzly Minus Pad 8 (8.0 W/mK). These should help with better thermal conductivity!
Those are solid choices! How can I check the thickness of the pads for my ZOTAC GAMING GEFORCE RTX 2080 Ti?
Yeah, definitely! Just keep an eye on those temps; it's crucial for maintaining performance.