Arctic Silver 5 High Density Polysynthetic Silver Thermal Compound -12g (AS5-12G-R)

Works! thank you :)

I keep a tube with me. In case I have to remove a heatsink for someone or build a computer for a client.

This is simply a must for system builders who are devoted to the best results! I might also add that Ive been building high-performance PCs for many years and have found that this really does produce the best heat transfer temps for CPUs, APUs & GPUs... Best way to apply is a small amount on either heatsink or processor (whichever is smallest), then in a circular fashion, using a very clean finger, spread compound evenly over entire surface, taking care to NOT use too much, just enough to spread under pressure so entire contact surface is covered... I know a lot of guys think it best to put a dot and trust the pressure of heatsink will spread it. While this is true some of the time, it is NOT always true and you want to be sure, especially if you are building your own rig... obviously, clean up finger well afterward before consuming your favorite pizza (or whatever...)

You dont need this size unless you replace a lot of CPUs, a 3g tube will do about 30 surfaces, you need very little. I used up two 3g tubes over a two year period so opted to have a better supply. With a combination of cooper shims and this compound, I can get a 30%-50% reduction in the average operating temperature of a laptop and it never dries out.

good

Love the quality but slow arrival time...

I have used this same stuff for over a decade on every build and thermal compound refresh. It never lets me down and doesnt dry up to a powder. Cleans easily with isopropyl alcohol.

Ive brought the cheap stuff, and I thought it was all the same, however this paste is WAY better. Very cheap and quick delivery!

This is what you get if you want good thermal paste.

There my be better performing thermal compounds nowadays , but none are as consistent, or as inexpensive as Arctic Silver 5.