Pre-applied thermal paste in my FX-8320 stock cooler?

Jauras

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Hi everyone,

I bought a AMD FX-8320, and the stock cooler seems to have pre-applied thermal paste. Is that even possible? Here is a picture.

http://vvcap.com/7o3InhXrEhf

If that is indeed thermal paste, is it good enough or do you recommend to apply more on the CPU?

Also, I somehow touched that sticky surface when I took out the cooler from the box, is that a problem?

Thank you in advance, and pardon if my questions are too stupid, I just want to make sure since I spent all my money on it.


 
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The FX8320 comes with paste pre applied. Some may suggest re applying your own brand choice but in real world test it makes little to no difference and it perfectly acceptable to use.
As for touching it, you should be fine unless you smeared all of it off.

Unregistered1

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The FX8320 comes with paste pre applied. Some may suggest re applying your own brand choice but in real world test it makes little to no difference and it perfectly acceptable to use.
As for touching it, you should be fine unless you smeared all of it off.
 
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