Best Ps5 Thermal Paste and Liquid Metal Alloys

Unless you've been hiding under a rock, you're aware that PS5s can be overheated like a buttered-up slide, leading to a variety of problems from freezing and crashing to the dreaded Red Ring of Death. While some of the blame can be put on long gaming marathons that push your system's processor to its limit, it's also likely the result of poor heat dissipation. Luckily, there are a few ways to fix this problem including using a thermal paste or liquid metal.

Liquid metal is a special alloy made of gallium, indium, and tin that's in liquid form at room temperatures which allows it to transfer heat much faster than traditional thermal paste. It's used in the gap between the processor and the heat sink to help keep temps low during hours of processing gameplay. This futuristic goop is a lot more durable than traditional pastes which can dry out and degrade over time, meaning it should last you for years of gaming fun.

We tested several different thermal pastes and liquid metal alloys to see which performed best. The winner was Arctic Silver's Aeronaut, which kept our test console at a cool 57degC under load during gaming. It's a non-conductive compound that won't short out other components, making it great for beginners. We also tested the Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut and the MasterGel Pro v2, both of which were great options for those looking for a thermal solution with more of a traditional paste consistency and stability. The Kryonaut had a nice fluid texture with good stability and the MasterGel Pro v2 had a thick, yet easy to work with consistency that resists dripping and running.Ps5 Thermal Paste