Noctua recommends a single dot at the middle, spanning 3 to 4 mm for proper coverage of the entire IHS. AMD's AM5 CPU requires a dot-sized paste application only. This is a drastic change from the ...

Noctua has shared guidelines for applying its latest NT-H2 thermal paste. Seasoned PC enthusiasts and DIYers might feel they don’t need any thermal paste application guides; however, this guide is one ...

A comprehensive comparison of myriad TIM compounds. Find out what paste is best for your CPU as we help separate the wheat ...

Cooling specialist Noctua has released a second generation thermal compound, an enthusiast-level material designed for tiptop performance and endurance. The new thermal compound, the successor to the ...

Noctua today introduced NT-H2, improved second generation hybrid thermal compound. Combining the NT-H1’s proven features and renowned long-term stability with a novel, fine-tuned formula of ...

In a nutshell: Noctua's thermal paste guard mounts around the IHS of AM5 CPUs to prevent thermal paste from accumulating in the small cutouts. This should make it easier to clean the processor when ...

Thermal Compound or thermal paste is probably the least exciting part of any PC build, but on the other hand, is also one of the most vital. It sits between your CPU’s IHS (Integrated Heat Spreader) ...