Because it is well known that Ryzen 7000 users are goofballs unable to apply thermal paste correctly.
Joking aside, the very particular shape of theIntegrated Heat Spreader (IHS) of the Ryzen 7000 can easily lead to the deposit of a little thermal paste in certain corners.
It’s expensive per square meter!
To prevent the processor from being “soiled” in this way, Noctua has designed a small polycarbon insert. The accessory is placed between the CPU and the cooler and perfectly matches the shape of the IHS.
Even if you place a little too much thermal paste, it will no longer risk slipping into inaccessible corners. Problem, the small “piece of plastic” is charged 8 euros by Noctua which shows itself to be a great lord and offers ten wipes with this article called “NA-STPG1”.
Another solution is also to be a little more careful by applying thermal paste and putting a little less. Noctua still plans to market its accessory by December.
Source : WCCFTech
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