[SOLVED] I accidentally touched the thermal paste with my finger. Will it work? Ryzen 5 3600 stock cooler. Find photos link

[vortexpro1010]

https://imgur.com/a/QobwO3W

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[Schlachtwolf]

you will be fine. tiny smear ..... no panic

 

[rubix_1011]

I had to look very closely to even see it.

Agree, no problem, install as usual.

 

[vortexpro1010]

Thanks guys, I really was unsure about it.

 

[USAFRet]

That little bit at the bottom left? Not an issue.

 

[digitalgriffin]

Thanks guys, I really was unsure about it.

I've seen plenty of people smear the thermal paste with their bare finger tip! And it works just fine.

Not that I recommend this method. Skin contains oils which will lower thermal conductivity slightly. But such a tiny touch won't do harm in the slightest. It's not like you are touching bare silicon circuit paths.