Best Thermal Paste Alternative
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Which of these makes the best emergency thermal paste? 92 is the number to beat, but I like your odds, ketchup. Actually, I don't. Ketchup is about 70% water. What remains can caramelize, turning it into an insulator. Let's see how that pans out. Boom. There it is. 22 seconds. Thermal throttle. Mayo B. This will perform better. While mayonnaise does have a higher fat content, it's also got eggs in it. So, even if it does work, I'm pretty concerned about the smell. Here we go. Okay, 3 seconds. Shut down. Now, we'd have to be nuts to think this one's a good idea. I fully expect this to be the worst of both worlds. And overheated. Oh my. 2 seconds. I relish the opportunity to find something even worse. Throttled 1 second. New record. Here's a fresh mint solution, though. 20. Yeah. Thermal throttled 20 seconds. At least when you're done, your CPU will be minty
In this 52‑second short, the creator explores a new thermal paste alternative, comparing ketchup, mayonnaise, and a mint solution to determine which offers the best performance for cooling a CPU. The video opens with a quick introduction to the contenders, noting that 92 is the number to beat and that ketchup contains about 70% water, which could help with heat transfer. The presenter then demonstrates the application of Mayo B, claiming it will perform better than the other options, and shows the paste being applied to the CPU and heatsink. After a brief test period, the video records a 20‑second thermal throttle, concluding that the mint solution provides a fresh, minty finish that keeps the CPU cool. The clip ends with a quick recap of the results and a call to action for viewers to try the paste themselves.
Viewers praise the video for its humor and clear demonstration, noting the clever puns and the practical comparison of paste options. Many comments highlight the creator’s enthusiasm and the usefulness of the 20‑second thermal throttle test. The audience appreciates the concise format and the call to action, with several commenters mentioning they plan to try the paste themselves.
Topics · review · pc · tech · linus · performance · cpu · tips · video
Questions answered
- Which thermal paste alternative is highlighted as the best in the video?
- Mayo B is presented as the best alternative.
- How long does the thermal throttle test last?
- The test lasts 20 seconds.
- What percentage of water does ketchup contain, according to the video?
- Ketchup contains about 70% water.