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corsair stock thermal compound vs. aftermarket?

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By Sprett6
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nah the stock on corsair aio's is quite good.  don't need to replace it unless you see lower than expected performance or you have to reseat it

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so i just bought the H105, and was wondering if i should buy the noctua thermal paste or just use the stock that comes pre-installed on the block? the temp difference isn't that hight anyways, is it?

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nah the stock on corsair aio's is quite good.  don't need to replace it unless you see lower than expected performance or you have to reseat it

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so i just bought the H105, and was wondering if i should buy the noctua thermal paste or just use the stock that comes pre-installed on the block? the temp difference isn't that hight anyways, is it?

With aftermarket thermal paste you'll get a few less degrees (maybe 2-5). They're only really needed if you want to squeeze the most out of your cooler, but CM thermal paste is still great

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