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

This is a lifesaver in a hot area, when used in combination with the

Is there anything else?

Been using Silver HS compound for years. Recently upgraded CPU and needed some more HSC. Theres not doubt in my mind that the Silver stuff works. Artic Silver has name recognition. I’ve used other silver HSC’s before, and this new poly stuff works great. Great price for the 12g tube!

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...)

Nice thick and tacky, I never had issues with this stuff, get a 12g tube if you repair computers often, it does not go bag sitting around.

its alot and will prolly last me another 10 pcs

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 an amazing product. Most definitely reduces temps. Simple installation with clear instructions and videos if needed on there site. Amazing brand, and the only one in the business as far as im concerned

I purchased this to replace the IC Diamond that was applied by my laptop reseller. I did some research before buying this particular brand & it seemed to be on par with others priced higher than this one so I decided to give this a try.

I frequently build computers for home and work, and I need a reliable thermal compound. This nails it. Ive used Arctic Silver for years, and its never failed me.