Delidded my 7700k
Delidded my 7700k
It was Saturday evening, sipping on some drinks while I decided to delid my 7700k. Since I didn’t have a dedicated tool, I used a new razor blade to cut through the silicone and opened it up. The stock TIM was dry and came off easily. Without any liquid metal, I opted for AS5 and chose not to reattach it because I’d ordered liquid ultra that should arrive soon. After delidding, I ran AIDA64 and everything settled at the same temperatures as before—just a bit lower, around 75°C in both AIDA and Prime with an air cooler. This drop of 10-20°C was due to delidding, which voided my warranty and might ruin a brand-new CPU that’s only a few days old. In my experience, using a razor blade isn’t as difficult as it seems. My advice? Run a stress test first to warm the CPU up, then cut the silicone—there won’t be a big temperature difference at the moment, and good quality thermal paste (preferably liquid metal) will help!
Wakefulwand shared their experience on Saturday evening while sipping alcohol and attempting to open their 7700k. Since they didn’t have a proper delid tool, they resorted to using a new razor blade to cut through the silicone and opened it up. LOL, you’re braver than me for two reasons: first, trying to de-lid a CPU without the right equipment, and second, working with a razor while intoxicated. Still, good job! I’m still frustrated with Intel for their handling of Kaby Lake. I’m planning a CPU upgrade and will wait for Coffee Lake, which is delayed until next February. This delay actually suggests Intel isn’t rushing to the next generation chipsets (8-series CPUs, Z370 boards).
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wakefulwand :
It was Saturday evening, sipping some drinks while I decided to open my 7700k. Since I didn’t have a proper tool, I used a fresh blade to cut through the silicone and opened it up.
LOL, you’ve got more courage than I do for two reasons: first, doing a delid without the right equipment, and second, using a razor. All while being tipsy.
Still impressed! I’m still frustrated with Intel for their Kaby Lake choice. I’m planning a CPU upgrade and will wait for Coffee Lake, which is delayed until next February. That’s actually a positive sign that Intel isn’t rushing the next-gen chipsets (8-series CPUs, Z370 boards).
Alcohol has strange effects on behavior.
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I’m also upset with Intel because my old 4690k performed well compared to this one. I had no idea about the new 8-series or any upcoming updates for my PC :O
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The delidding process was tough even with a brand-new blade, slicing through the silicone smoothly—started with the corners and then the sides. In fact, building my first PC was harder than this task.
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To experience a significant temperature reduction, you should use liquid metal. I've tested various high-quality TIMs such as noctua's NT H1 and Gelid extreme, but none provided the desired effect—just a modest 3°C drop. Initially doubtful about liquid metal, I gave it a try and it actually reduced the temperature by about 15°C. It seems other TIMs aren't as reliable because they can overheat and cool rapidly. Liquid metal offers better long-term performance compared to non-conductive options under IHS standards. You'll also see that your AC5 results decline when using liquid metal.
Makentox :
For a noticeable temperature drop you need liquid metal. I've tested top brands such as noctua's NT H1 and Gelid extreme, but none provided the expected results—just a small 3°C drop. Initially doubtful about liquid metal, I tried it and it actually reduced the temperature by about 15°C. It seems more reliable than other TIMs that lose effectiveness quickly or cool rapidly. Under IHS standards, liquid metal will last longer compared to non-conductive options. You'll also see your AC5 performance decline when using it. I've only used as5 for a short period; the coolaboratory's liquid ultra should be here by Wednesday or Thursday, and I plan to install it on my GPU as well.
Makentox :
You need liquid metal for a clear temperature reduction. I've tested top brands like noctua's NT H1 and Gelid extreme, but none provided the expected 3C drop. Initially doubtful about liquid metal, yet it performed well, lowering temperatures by about 15C. Stick to liquid metal rather than other TIMs that may overheat and cool rapidly. It’s more reliable for long-term use under IHS standards.
Your AC5 performance will decline noticeably.
I’m only using as5 for a short period; Coolaboratory's liquid ultra should be here by Wednesday or Thursday, and I plan to install it on my GPU too.
Ensure your GPU cooler isn’t made of aluminum—it could fail within days. 😀