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Should I try to sand down my cpus?

Should I try to sand down my cpus?

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02-04-2016, 10:39 PM
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Should I?
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02-04-2016, 10:39 PM #1

Should I?

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02-25-2016, 05:39 PM
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It's referred to as lapping. I've tried it with my 3570K, but I wouldn't do it again.
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02-25-2016, 05:39 PM #2

It's referred to as lapping. I've tried it with my 3570K, but I wouldn't do it again.

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02-25-2016, 06:12 PM
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Focus on small improvements only; if you want real results, consider quitting rather than just matching performance. This avoids unnecessary steps like going through the IHS.
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02-25-2016, 06:12 PM #3

Focus on small improvements only; if you want real results, consider quitting rather than just matching performance. This avoids unnecessary steps like going through the IHS.

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02-25-2016, 11:48 PM
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In most cases, the effort isn't worth it. You'll likely lose just a few degrees at most, and worse if you focus only on the CPU while ignoring the cooler. Unless you're pushing your CPU to extreme overclocking with a soldered IHS, skip it. The typical response is a simple no.
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02-25-2016, 11:48 PM #4

In most cases, the effort isn't worth it. You'll likely lose just a few degrees at most, and worse if you focus only on the CPU while ignoring the cooler. Unless you're pushing your CPU to extreme overclocking with a soldered IHS, skip it. The typical response is a simple no.

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