Does Core i7 need thermal paste?

Yes, you need to have both a thermal solution (CPU cooler) and a thermal interface material for the processor.

Does the Intel i7 need thermal paste?

Every CPU cooler needs thermal paste, but many have it pre-applied, which simplifies the installation process. To find out if you have pre-applied paste, check the bottom of the base plate or water block of your CPU cooler that attaches to the CPU.

Is it OK to use CPU without thermal paste?

No, it is absolutely not okay to play games on your PC without thermal paste. As said earlier, gaming is one of the heaviest tasks you can do on your computer. If you don't apply thermal paste on your CPU and GPU, your computer won't be able to dissipate heat effectively. Hence, it will overheat very quickly.

Do Intel processors have thermal paste?

The heatsinks included in the regular processors have thermal paste adhered to them. The CPU does require thermal paste so the heat can be properly released. The processor does require a thermal solution/fan and needs to be ordered separately from the processor.

Does i7 9700k need thermal paste?

It does not (no CPU does), and also needs a separate a cooler, which may come with it applied. Best to buy your own instead of using what comes with most heat sinks.

Do You Even Need Thermal Paste?

How long does thermal paste last?

Sealed in the tube, the thermal paste can last easily for 2-3 years. It can last a few more years, depending on how you store it.

What is too hot for i7 9700K?

At 100c (or in that range) the CPU will automatically throttle to prevent immediate damage. It is not uncommon to see idle temperatures around 40c. At that point I personally would reapply thermal grease on the CPU, and probably use better stuff this time. How good is i7 9700k?

What can replace thermal paste?

Do you need liquid cooling for i9?

Intel recommends that you use a 240mm AIO cooler or greater (or air equivalent) for the Core i9-13900K. While we expect most enthusiasts will pair an i9 CPU with high-end air or liquid cooling, we'll also be testing with more basic air coolers to see what can be gained or lost with different levels of cooling.

Can you reuse thermal paste?

Is it ok to reuse thermal paste? It isn't recommended to reuse thermal paste. This type of paste loses solvent under heat within a real-life application. In these conditions, thermal paste tends to crack and dry out, losing its ability concerning thermal transfer.

Can I use toothpaste as thermal paste?

Simply put, no. You should never use toothpaste in place of thermal paste. The main reason is that “toothpaste” is too broad of a term to be even considered an alternative. You see, the primary purpose of thermal paste is to conduct heat, which is ultimately dissipated from your CPU to keep it cool.

Is thermal paste really needed?

Is thermal past necessary? Thermal paste is therefore vital, although many people underestimate its usefulness. Without it, air bubbles would form, limiting heat exchange. Thermal paste, on the other hand, fills in microscopic surface imperfections, facilitating cooling of the device.

Is expensive thermal paste worth it?

No. Maybe if you are a “professional overclocker” who runs his CPU with additional voltage and need to squeeze out every bit of cooling to keep his computer from overheating. For the average computer user a low- to midrange paste is totally fine.

Does an i7 need liquid cooling?

The i7 7700k and i7 8700k provide huge opportunities for overclocking to ensure you are getting the most out of your kit. But if you are overclocking you need to have a solid water AIO liquid cooler or air cooler to keep your processor fresh.

Does Core i7 need liquid cooling?

Intel Core i7 and i5 12th Gen.

Although not required, a liquid cooling system would be ideal for cooling down the processor at its peak performance.

How do I know if my CPU needs thermal paste?

You should replace thermal paste every two to three years, whenever you remove the central processing unit, whenever you notice your paste is dry or flaky, or as soon as your central processing unit shows signs of overheating.

Can I just liquid cool my CPU?

If you want the lowest possible temperatures, or if you're interested in a quieter solution and don't mind a slightly more complex installation process, liquid cooling is probably the best option.

Is liquid cooling really necessary?

Performance – PC users who plan to game at maximum settings should consider water cooling. Pushing your PC to its limit requires more power, and therefore will potentially heat up your system to a dangerous level. Water cooling can bring these temperatures down faster and more efficiently than air cooling.

Do you refill liquid cooling?

For ideal performance, we recommend performing draining, flushing and refilling your EK Fluid Gaming PC every year.

Can I use Vaseline as thermal paste?

Another solution to use as thermal paste can be obtained by mixing very fine aluminum powder with vaseline oil. The mixture must be blended for at least 10 minutes, in order to avoid the presence of little air bubbles.

What happens if you never replace thermal paste?

Thermal paste is essential when it comes to keeping the CPU and GPU cool. Using your computer with dried-out thermal paste will lead to noticeably decreased thermal performance, which means throttling of your clock speeds and potential risk of overheating.

What happens if thermal paste dries?

Dried or “cured” thermal paste can lead to serious cracking and a loss of heat transfer ability.

How hot can a Core i7 get?

The Intel Core i7-4765T and i7-920 CPUs both have maximum operating temperatures of 66 and 68 degrees Celsius, respectively (150 and 154 Fahrenheit). Both processors operate between 36 and 38 degrees Celsius (97 and 100 Fahrenheit) at idle and 56 and 58 degrees Celsius (132 and 136 Fahrenheit) working at full load.

What temperature does i7 overheat?

How to check if you have a problem? The maximum operating temperature of the Intel Core i7-5600U CPU is 105°C. Note: Anything less is still within the CPUs operating standards. The best practice is to ensure the CPUs Heatsink is fitted correctly and that the thermal paste is only on the CPU and nowhere else.