What is Delid CPU?

The process of removing a CPU’s IHS (integrated heat spreader). An IHS absorbs and spreads out heat from a CPU to its heat sink to keep it cooler. You would delid a CPU in order to replace it with an alternative thermal material for an even cooler PC. This is relevant if you want to overclock your machine.

Is 4790K soldered?

So while the 4790K does not go back to solder like the rumors said, the new NGPTIM actually appears to work very well. Overclockers might not be as happy with the lack of solder, but at least there should not be much of a reason to delid your own CPU to replace the stock TIM with a different material.

Do you have to Delid to use liquid metal?

Delidding requires that you use only liquid metal between the Die and IHS. Typical silicon TIM will fail in a relatively brief period of time. A process known as “pump-out” will cause silicon TIM to ooze out from between the Die and IHS due to thermal cycling.

What do you need to Delid a CPU?

What You’re Going to Need

  1. Delidding Tool ($43, £30 for Delid Die Mate, or $102, £80 for Delid Die Mate-X)
  2. Liquid Metal or Thermal Paste (We recommend Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, or Noctua’s NT-H1)
  3. Alcohol Wipes or 99% Proof Isopropyl Alcohol.
  4. Thermal Paste Spreader.
  5. Heatproof Glue.
  6. Microfiber Cloth.

When did Intel stop soldering IHS?

For the upcoming 9th Gen mainstream CPUs, Intel may finally be bringing back soldered IHS. Back in 2012, Intel made the controversial choice to ditch solder and go with thermal paste for Ivy Bridge.

Is CPU Delidding worth it?

You Can Run Your PC In Hotter Environments Reducing overall CPU temps by delidding can make a difference. You’ll still need top-notch external cooling elements like paste, heat sink, and fans (if you’re not liquid cooling), but delidding is one element to consider.

What happens if you use too much thermal paste?

When you apply too much thermal paste, it can act like an insulator. At best case, this may make the paste ineffective, and at worst case, you may damage components via overheating. Make sure that you apply a thin layer of paste to your component.

Does thermal paste degrade over time?

Believe it or not, much like medicine and food, thermal paste also has a shelf life and can go bad. Generally, manufacturers give their thermal paste a lifespan of 3 to 5 years. That’s if it sits under optimal conditions, which may not be the case for you.

Is it worth Delidding your CPU?

Is it worth it though? Well that really depends on your needs and tolerance for risk. If you own an older CPU that doesn’t use solder TIM (any Intel before 9th Gen) and you’re into overclocking or just prefer a quieter, cooler stock operation, delidding can make a significant difference.