I've been building my own systems for a long time so I'm pretty experienced but I've never delidded a CPU before.
I did a lot of research on instructions and the pros/cons.
I have a Noctua NH-D14 with 2 fans as a cooler and used AS5.
Before delid, I was able to run 4.5ghz @ 1.35v but Prim95 always forced my CPU to shut down from heat protection, climbing beyond 90c.
After delid, I am now able to run 4.7ghz @ 1.4v and my CPU does not go over 68c loaded. In the end, totally worth it IMO. I was reading on how much difference it could make but I could hardly believe my own results.
1. Used double sided razor (it's super thin) I got from target in a 5 pack for 2 bux.
2. Used double sided sticky foam tape to completely tape off one side of the blade
3. Just patiently slide the blade in the corner and slide it back and forth until it the blade goes in about 1/4 of an inch
4. Cut all around the lid using gentle sawing motion, the blade will just slice right through the glue
5. All done in less than 5 minutes
I did a lot of research on instructions and the pros/cons.
I have a Noctua NH-D14 with 2 fans as a cooler and used AS5.
Before delid, I was able to run 4.5ghz @ 1.35v but Prim95 always forced my CPU to shut down from heat protection, climbing beyond 90c.
After delid, I am now able to run 4.7ghz @ 1.4v and my CPU does not go over 68c loaded. In the end, totally worth it IMO. I was reading on how much difference it could make but I could hardly believe my own results.
1. Used double sided razor (it's super thin) I got from target in a 5 pack for 2 bux.
2. Used double sided sticky foam tape to completely tape off one side of the blade
3. Just patiently slide the blade in the corner and slide it back and forth until it the blade goes in about 1/4 of an inch
4. Cut all around the lid using gentle sawing motion, the blade will just slice right through the glue
5. All done in less than 5 minutes