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In the video, Adam from PCWorld investigates the impact of repasting the thermal compound on the ROG Ally with the Z1 Extreme chip. By comparing initial benchmarking results in games such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Horizon Zero Dawn, Adam finds that the stock thermal paste maintains stable performance with temperatures ranging from 73-80°C. After repasting the APU with a new thermal compound, benchmarks showed a minor performance increase in Cyberpunk 2077 but no significant changes in Horizon Zero Dawn. The results suggest that the original cooling solution by ASUS is already effective, rendering repasting largely unnecessary. Adam acknowledges ASUS for their competent design and invites viewers to share their experiences.
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In this part of the video, the presenter, Adam from PCWorld, explores whether repasting the thermal compound on the ROG Ally with the Z1 Extreme chip improves its performance. Adam conducts initial benchmarks using the existing thermal paste with games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Horizon Zero Dawn. The results show stable performances and temperatures around 73-80°C.
Adam then proceeds with repasting the APU using a thick thermal paste, explaining each step in detail, including opening the device, cleaning off the old paste, and applying the new one. After reassembling the device, Adam reruns the benchmarks. Cyberpunk 2077 sees a slight performance increase (3 extra frames) but slightly higher temperatures. Horizon Zero Dawn shows no significant change in performance or temperatures.
Overall, the repasting shows minimal performance gains, indicating the original cooling solution by ASUS is quite effective. Adam concludes that repasting may not be necessary, acknowledging ASUS for their good design. He invites viewers to share their repasting experiences with the ROG Ally in the comments.