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Quick thermal paste question

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Hey guys, n00b here.
I wasn't exactly sure where to ask this question but since it pertains to the CPU I'd figure I ask here.

So Im about to build my first PC and I have all the parts. However, Im curious as to if I need to purchase thermal paste for my CPU. I've watched tutorials of PC building and it seems like there is preapplied thermal paste that comes with the stock CPU cooler/fan.

So just to be sure, do I need to purchase and apply thermal paste or is this paste already on the CPU cooler?

Thanks!

It doesn't hurt to buy more thermal paste since the stock thermal paste isn't always enough, and you need to re-apply it should you remove the heatsink for any reason.
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