PS5 Slim Overheating Fix: Disassembly, Cleaning, Liquid Metal Replacement

[@kwangt9620]

Thanks. This guide will help a lot for many years to come. 👍👍

[@kilimanjaraua1531]

The liquid metal replacement part was a bit tricky, but your explanation made it easier to follow

[@AI-AITUM]

You know what a cool upgrade would be for you to try? A new heat dissipation sink cover. That also might help.

[@АндрейБех-л2р]

Precision work! Perfect!

[@howfixit]

Glad you think so!

[@igorchygrynov236]

Many thanks for this one! I’m still running on a PS4 and ready for an upgrade. Hopefully, I won’t run into this issue, but it’s good to know it can be fixed on my own.

[@howfixit]

Glad I could help! Upgrading to the PS5 Slim is definitely a great move. While overheating issues are more common after extended use, regular cleaning and maintenance, like the one shown in this video, can help prevent problems before they start.

[@C0smicr3aper]

Just leave it horizontal, and you won't ever have dry spots from liquid metal migration on the apu and it won't overheat.

[@Kinggodzilla16]

Putting the T-1000 to good effective use.

[@mikecorse972]

How often should I replace the liquid metal in my PS5 Slim to maintain normal cooling?

[@howfixit]

I wouldn't change the liquid metal in the first 5 years from the date of purchase of the game console, but it all depends on usage and environmental factors like temperature and dust. Liquid metal has a longer lifespan than classic thermal pastes. If you notice overheating or loud fan noise despite regular cleaning, it might be a sign that it's time to replace the liquid metal.

[@npjockerz2341]

Lovely work ❤

[@jaygatsby5013]

keep in mind that certain games can cause more overheating than others. i bought my slim in september 2024 and no games have caused overheating except for jurassic world evolution 2, i believe it’s something to do with the game software. if it does happen to multiple games though, it’s more likely a hardware problem and you need to follow this video.

[@Edvard_Nygma]

How long can liquid metal last without losing its thermal conductivity properties?

[@howfixit]

When applied correctly, liquid metal retains thermal conductivity for 5 years or even longer.

[@Maquinna-She]

and Bowser looks pretty cool

[@GaryLabandter]

Nice work

[@Maquinna-She]

Can replacing the thermal pads on PS5 significantly improve cooling performance?

[@howfixit]

Replacing the thermal pads can improve cooling performance, only if the original pads are worn out, dry, or no longer making proper contact with the components. Thermal pads help transfer heat from sensitive components like the VRMs and memory chips to the heatsink, so if they are in poor condition, replacing them can help reduce temperatures and improve overall cooling efficiency. *But, if the original thermal pads are still in good condition, you do not need to replace them.*

[@Mrmegazord1]

what is the thickness of the thermal pad? is it ok to use thermal pad used in GPU etc... thanks.

[@howfixit]

Great question! Yes, you can use the thermal pad for GPUs, or other devices generating significant heat. The original compressed thermal putty thickness is close to 1mm. The 1.5mm thermal pad should be a good choice for most original putty replacements because, under pressure, it will take on the required thickness. Except for arrays for APU MOSFETs slightly thicker (2mm thermal pad) would work better since they sit in between taller inductor and capacitor arrays. But, you need to cut thermal pad pieces of the right size for different components. An alternative is a Thermal Putty like Upsiren UX Ultra PRO 16.8w/mk. I've included the link Thermal Putty: hfixt.com/atp

[@mikecorse972]

@@howfixit what the difference between 12.8w/mk and 16.8w/mk Thermal Putty

[@howfixit]

The difference between 12.8 W/mK and 16.8 W/mK thermal putty primarily lies in their thermal conductivity. The higher the thermal conductivity (measured in watts per meter-kelvin, W/mK), the better the material is at transferring heat. *12.8 W/mK:* Offers good thermal performance and is suitable for many standard electronic cooling applications. This is often used in consumer electronics or systems with moderate heat output. *16.8 W/mK:* Provides superior thermal performance and is better suited for high-performance electronics where more efficient heat dissipation is required. This thermal putty is typically used in high-power applications, such as gaming consoles, high-end GPUs, CPUs, or other devices generating significant heat.

[@madlightning1643]

This is a very detailed and easy to follow guide hopefully y'all can do the same type of guide for the PS5 pro when it's released.

[@howfixit]

Of course I will, especially since the Pro version promises to be hot

[@mikeroshchyna1475]

Is it safe to clean the PS5 Slim motherboard with isopropyl alcohol, or should I use a specialized cleaner?

[@howfixit]

Yes, it’s safe. Isopropyl alcohol is effective at removing dust, grime, residue, and everything else that cannot be cleaned with an anti-static brush, without leaving moisture behind, making it ideal for cleaning electronics. No specialized cleaner is necessary as long as you stick to high-purity isopropyl alcohol.

[@mikeroshchyna1475]

What do you mean by high-purity isopropyl alcohol?

[@howfixit]

By "high-purity isopropyl alcohol," I mean isopropyl alcohol with a concentration of 90% or higher. This ensures that the solution contains minimal water, which is important when cleaning electronics like your PS5 Slim motherboard. The lower the water content, the faster it evaporates, reducing the risk of moisture damaging sensitive components. For best results, look for 90% or 99% isopropyl alcohol (link included in the description), which is commonly available at stores like Walmart or online on Amazon.

[@MrWhite-i9cpu]

When cleaning the fan and heatsink, is there a specific type of vacuum or brush that works best to avoid damage?

[@howfixit]

Great question! When cleaning the *fan* using a vacuum with a soft brush attachment is best. The soft brush attachment can also help reach tight spaces like the ventilation grill. To clean the *heatsink* fins, it is better to use a soft brush, as I showed in the video. For brushing the *mainboard* an anti-static brush is highly recommended to prevent any static discharge that could harm the internal electronics.

[@ROMDONI_PS3]

Thx broo

[@viktorsviridov7372]

Nice work!

[@AddyMMotaRodriguez]

Great video! Is it possible that a PS5 Slim needs liquid metal replacement after a year of light use? i've already clean it but i'm still getting temperature warnings

[@HuTaoEdgy]

Podria ser también el lugar en donde la tienes, trata de tenerla en un espacio amplio

[@МаксимБорисов-ь4п]

👍 very helpful info

[@monykaram84]

which vacuum cleaner are you using?

[@joebruce4826]

I miss my ps 1 ,2, 3 none of these maintenance issues wow

[@mohamedkarim9982]

Ps5 fat cfi 1216 is better than slim ?

[@leandroamam]

just incredible

[@c3sc1304]

Good job 👌

[@arishhussain96]

I bought ps4 slim 4 months ago, only 6 to 8 hours playing weekly, but now when i play Ea25 after few matches my ps5 slim is too hot 😢 can someone explain 😭

[@relax_games7061]

no video with old model?

[@howfixit]

PS5 first revision kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJOQlpaeidaajZI

[@KHALIDAWAWDA-g8m]

BERFECTOOO👍👍👍 NICE JOP AND VERY EXPLANAIN

[@howfixit]

Glad you liked it!

[@zentaiwwewdrree]

i change liquid metal with thermal paste a years ago

[@AddyMMotaRodriguez]

How did it go? did it help with overheating?

[@zentaiwwewdrree]

@@AddyMMotaRodriguez Well I usually Play PS5 in HD Resolution (720P) exelly besides when using Thermal Paste is safer than using liquid metal temperature and only makes 8 Celsius difference anyway

[@TheeThunderGod]

​@@zentaiwwewdrree720p😢

[@DarthLordRaven]

This is a dirty one ....

[@prettybluefoxes]

Nah. No ones ps5 slim is overheating. It’s too new. Putting some fluff inside was funny and seems to have duped most commenters. 😂

[@dariuszwski1319]

My son's ps5 slim just shut down unexpectedly and show info about overheating. No problems at all earlier. It happend 5 days after it's warranty ended. What a surprise 😂😂🤣

[@franhernandez3707]

Why did he have to dirty it inside? I could perfectly explain it being clean.

[@muhammadnauman3326]

Game name?

[@howfixit]

Tom Clancy’s The Division 2

[@progressivemusic786]

Thats the most cleanest dust😂

[@howfixit]

Yes, it was definitely a pet help clog up the game console

[@marshallcarter3282]

He has a cat those are hairs from a pet precisely a cat 😅

[@howfixit]

yes, it is definitely a dog 😂

[@ЯнаСуворова-л7п]

👏👏👏