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Tech Ingredients makes a bold return with a high stakes test of their new thermal paste, aiming to challenge top tier tims from established manufacturers. The hosts describe their test rig as a controlled environment designed to isolate variables, using an overclocked Intel Core i9-10900K loaded to about 204 watts and running at 4.9 GHz across all cores. They acknowledge the real world limits of their setup, noting that their bench is not a full desktop system but a practical approximation for evaluating paste performance under load. The video proceeds with a squish test to gauge spread, then moves into a structured thermal test where they monitor temperatures over time while recording ambient room conditions. They also compare the tech ingredients paste against ic diamond and noctua pastes, and discuss how mounting pressure and paste thickness influence coverage and cooling efficiency. The presenters emphasize transparency about the test methods, including how they clean and reapply paste between runs and how they interpret data in the context of a non-perfect lab environment. By the end of the segment, the team presents a head-to-head view that the tech ingredients paste holds its own against well-established products, particularly noting strong spread characteristics and competitive temperatures. The overall takeaway is that this first version of Tech Ingredients paste delivers convincing performance, and the discussion hints at further iterations and broader testing to come.
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Questions answered
- What hardware and settings were used to test the thermal pastes in this video?
- The test used an Intel Core i9-10900K CPU overclocked to 4.9 GHz across all cores, with core voltage locked and a total load around 204 watts. The motherboard is a high-end ASUS Z590/Maximus series, and tests were conducted with careful surface prep, consistent mounting pressure, and multiple 30-minute runs per paste.
- How did Tech Ingredients paste perform compared to Noctua and IC Diamond in the tests?
- Tech Ingredients paste showed good spread and competitive temperatures, often matching or approaching Noctua NH-D15 performance in several runs, and performing better than the tested thermal pad. Compared to IC Diamond, the paste was slightly thicker but still spread well, with results that suggested parity with top brands in many scenarios.
- What is the main takeaway and what might happen next for this product?
- The main takeaway is that Tech Ingredients paste can be competitive with established high-end pastes, offering strong spread and solid cooling performance. The video also hints at future versions or iterations and potential additional testing, including exploring a liquid metal alternative and broader real-world scenarios.