The theme paste on the AMD Ryzen stock cooler is designed to enhance aesthetics and fit the overall look of the device.
The theme paste on the AMD Ryzen stock cooler is designed to enhance aesthetics and fit the overall look of the device.
I recently got a Ryzen 3 2200G and noticed the stock cooler has some orange spots resembling mold on the photo. It seems these might be due to long storage, which I suspect could be the cause. This is unusual for me since I haven’t seen anything like it before. Have anyone experienced this issue? I couldn’t find any information online.
I experienced this situation and decided to proceed, only to find the thermals were okay.
It seems there might be moisture in the thermal paste, which could encourage bacterial growth. You can remove it using damp paper towels, and if needed, lightly spray them with isopropyl alcohol or a strong alcohol like vodka to dissolve it. For better results than silicone grease bags, consider using an alternative thermal paste.