Speed Up Your Acer PREDATOR HELIOS 300 - Prevent Overheating With Dust Cleaning & New Thermal Paste

This disassembly tutorial is filmed from a careful and easy-to-understand perspective for beginners, allowing us to reduce computer temperature and improve computer performance in just 6 simple steps.
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[@monosodiumglutamate6483]

This video was a lifesaver for me. Thanks for going over such a specific model!

[@koolingmonster]

You are very welcome! We will keep making videos like this!

[@joaoferraz340]

Cheers from Brazil! I did it myself and when I finished I cried out loud "IT'S ALIVEEE!!!!", rotfl

[@koolingmonster]

LOL,Glad our video was helpful to you!

[@saritazavala373]

Thanks for the specific model✨️

[@koolingmonster]

You are very welcome. Thank you for the comment! We are so glad that our videos or products might be of help!

[@user-yr2tn8sc1x]

I notice the paste is only replaced on the CPU/GPU although there appear to be other components with heat sink paste on them. Just wondered why the paste wasn't replaced on the other components?

[@geekbuddy4]

Ideally you should put thermal pads on the vram modules near gpu and capacitors near cpu, I did that

[@koolingmonster]

Hello, the reason is that other components do not generate as much heat as the CPU/GPU, so there's no need to replace the thermal grease as frequently on them. Additionally, many surrounding components actually use thermal putty or thermal pads instead. This is because: first, thermal paste is more expensive than thermal putty and thermal pads, so manufacturers opt for the latter two for cost considerations; second, most thermal greases have a high fluidity, which might cause them to flow away if the gap is too large. However, our thermal paste has been specially designed to have a suitable fluidity, so it's not a problem !

[@mattiachiurco6087]

Is It a problem if we only change the thermal paste on the CPU and GPU and leave the other components as they are? Doesn't the fact that we are disconnecting the cooling system damage the substance that is on the other components?

[@aimakhan8225]

@@mattiachiurco6087no problem at all

[@classyy9532]

@@geekbuddy4you got the same laptop? What size pads did you use?

[@battlearenatoshinden]

Thanks for the walkthrough. I bought your kit on Amazon.

[@koolingmonster]

You are very welcome. Thank you for the comment! We are so glad that our videos or products might be of help!

[@Li_Quid8]

Big help. I'm planning to put a new thermal paste on my helios predator, adding a cooling pad and cleaning the fan. After years of use xD Huge thanks to your video mate.

[@teji683]

pls let me know when you do i have a helios predator 2020 model so it’s been 4 years and i’ve been overheating in games a lot i want to know if it’s worth it for me to replace the thermal paste or just sell it

[@Li_Quid8]

​@@teji683 Don't sell it. I have a 2019 acer predator only rtx 2060 gc tho. You should definitely check and clean your fan if you haven't. I changed my thermal paste and added pads. I was surprised how dirty my laptop was xD cleaning and re pasing is a must. It's running quiet w much lower temp now. CPU at around 47c to 70c when gaming and GPU locks at 50c-60c when gaming. If you're not happy then you can sell it. Thermal paste and pad doesn't cost much.

[@Li_Quid8]

@@qx24mk TISHRIC 4g GD900 Thermal Paste

[@koolingmonster]

You are very welcome. Thank you for the comment! We are so glad that our videos or products might be of help!

[@discodave151]

Cheers best video I've seen got the same model with cpu throttling going do do this ASAP. Clear and precise instructions 👌

[@koolingmonster]

Thank you for the kind words! We will keep making videos like this!

[@ZoubeirsWorld]

I can't find the total solution combo in your profile. It only says scredriver set.

[@koolingmonster]

It's already online.

[@LeonardoAlexi]

Thank you so much for this amazing video! I followed the instructions, thoroughly cleaned the dust everywhere & diligently applied thermal paste on the CPU & GPU. The decrease in CPU & GPU temperature has been nothing short of incredible - Around 30-40 °C decrease in CPU temp & 20-30 °C in GPU temp! However, in the PredatorSense software, there is a third temperature measurement, which is the System Temperature. This measures the motherboard's temperature, and it has not decreased by much. Do you have any specific tips for improving/decreasing the System Temperature? Is there anywhere else I can apply the thermal paste on?

[@koolingmonster]

Thank you for the comment! We are so glad that our videos or products might be of help! Although the temperature of the computer doesn’t change much, the overall performance of the computer will be significantly faster

[@Nikz_vlogs]

But it comes which thermal pads not thermal paste, will it be okay to apply thermal paste on it, will it last longer?

[@truevelvett]

I just did mine and it had thermal paste, pads and putty on different components. I'd recommend getting some putty before attempting it, as I'll have to redo it next week. The pads will probably be fine to keep, but I also got 1mm ones just in case

[@koolingmonster]

You can indeed replace it with thermal paste, and using a better quality thermal paste, such as our KOLD-01 thermal grease, can even enhance the performance further~

[@truevelvett]

@koolingmonster I used paste at first, and a few VRMs didn't make contact with the heat sink, so it needs putty (which is why Acer put it there). I used K5 PRO, which worked well.

[@vardhanreddy1151]

This video helped me a lot I got an Acer Predator Helios 300 in 2018 from then till now I never changed the thermal paste and pads, recently my laptop was making a lot of sounds and the temp was hiking up to 97-degree Celsius, then I went through your video and opened my laptop cleaned it there was a lot of dust blocking the air vent along with entire thermal paste was dried up and CPU fan was not working, repaired all those and you know what, now my cpu temp is not crossing beyond 60 degree celsius even with full utilization of CPU and memory.

[@koolingmonster]

Thank youfor sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that the video was helpful to you and that you were able to successfully address the issues with your laptop!

[@anshuldwivedi1919]

Question: How often does the thermal paste needs to be replaced? My previous laptop - HP Pavilion from 2011 - never faced overheating issue despite rigorous use for 8 years straight and never being cleaned. The Predator Helios on the other hand began overheating within 4 years of purchase. What I don't want to do is keep removing & applying the thermal paste every few months

[@koolingmonster]

You can change the silicone grease now. Changing the silicone grease should not be judged based on time, but on your frequency of use, because the silicone grease will dry and deteriorate. Changing the silicone grease can make your computer run faster

[@chanandlerbong6176]

I'm using the same laptop. I have cleaned the dust and applied new thermal paste. Even then PredatorSense is showing CPU temperature at 55 deg on idle. It's sometimes even 70. But the laptop doesn't feel like its that hot. Any ideas why?

[@koolingmonster]

55 on idle is actually quite good. Sometims your softwares are running in the background, making CPU hotter. 70 is also a good working temperature when CPU is working.

[@sparkzapp-un7lj]

Hi my acer predator helios 300 ph 315 - 55 ( 2022 version) came with liquid metal. Should I apply thermal paste or liquid metal? Which is better according to you? Will there be any difference in temps?

[@koolingmonster]

In DIY, we would recommmend using thermal paste. Liquid metal is prone to tilt leakage. Good thermal paste such as our KOLD-01 thermal paste thermal performance is also very good!

[@Christianbergenblad]

what about the thermal putty? no need to change it? Im doing this procedure on my tuf 15 in a couple of days

[@koolingmonster]

You can change the thermal putty. Thermal putty cools the small chips around the CPU and GPU which produce less heat. You can leave them as is if they are not dried up. You can replace thermal putty with our KOLD-01 Thermal Paste to get better results.

[@xeno2717]

how to use the compressed air? and what is it use for?

[@koolingmonster]

This is for cleaning the dust from the cooling module of laptops. Not only is the airflow and force more controllable, but also the finer nozzles are used to handle fan blades and heat fins covered by the casing, which is more efficient than using a vacuum cleaner.

[@DeynKem]

Where do I get acetate tape to replace the old one that covered by dust? Why the acetate tape is necessary?

[@koolingmonster]

It is not necessary.

[@ergt9743t]

What did you do? I have the same question. It holds the fans.

[@DeynKem]

@@ergt9743t I found them on marketplace but I decided not to buy it because the acetate tape from the manufacturer seems have custom cut to match the fan frame, so even the acetate tape covered in dust and not holding the fan frame like before, it still do the job, I just ignored it.

[@officialsylt]

When should the Thermal Paste be replaced , how often?

[@koolingmonster]

When you feel your computer overheating or experiencing lag, consider replacing the thermal paste to improve its performance. The frequency of replacement depends on the quality of the thermal paste. We recommend using our KOLD-01 thermal paste. Typical thermal pastes use a solvent-based formula, where the solvent can evaporate when heated, causing the paste to dry out and lose its thermal conductivity. We use an exclusive solvent-free formula, perfectly solving this problem. Therefore, using it on laptops results in better heat dissipation and longer lifespan.

[@bluedragon8962]

How often does a laptop needs cleaning got mine cleaned about 3 months ago and gavent used it al that much after just wonderd if it needs cleaning on a regular basis like 4 to 5 months

[@koolingmonster]

Hello, typically it's recommended to clean and replace the thermal paste every six months to a year. However, we don't suggest relying solely on time intervals, as it largely depends on how you use your computer and the quality of the thermal paste. A better approach is to monitor the CPU/GPU temperatures.

[@КириллБесфамильный-д1ц]

Thank u for the video, just finished all this a few minutes ago. Next time will do with ur kit

[@koolingmonster]

Thank you for your support, we will do better!

[@КириллБесфамильный-д1ц]

@@koolingmonster what about the thermal pads on this model? Can u do video with them

[@user-yr2tn8sc1x]

I need to replace the lid on my Predator PH18-71 which will require removing the heat sinks. Any chance of a video on how to reapply paste on one of these?

[@koolingmonster]

No problem, it has been added to our schedule. You can follow us and we'll tag you once it's out . We're delighted to have the opportunity to assist you. Kooling Monster is committed to helping everyone enhance their computer performance in an easy and affordable way.

[@midnightlightning1]

@@koolingmonster I needed to get on with it and figured it out myself. There is no need to remove the base to replace the Lid/Panel on this laptop unless a hinge is broken. It can all be done by removing the screen bezel, including new lid, so no need to remove the heatsink.

[@icebolt0864]

​@koolingmonster I wanna say that I appreciate your mission. My FIL has taught me everything I know about reparing cars - half the battle is having the right tools! I think everyone can benefit from knowing how to repair/maintain their favorite possessions.

[@rickjames5684]

Did they end up making the video and tagging you?

[@midnightlightning1]

I haven’t heard anything

[@dilsyy]

Mine has liquid metal so I am afraid to open it 🥲

[@mrmrsirelandvlogs9575]

May I know what paste is that pink paste? Can I use the CPU thermal paste instead of pink paste?

[@koolingmonster]

Hi, the pink substance is thermal putty. It is very okay to replace thermal putty with thermal paste. While it is perfectly fine to keep using tthermal putties, thermal paste is better at dissipating heat. Thermal putties/pads are used in laptops because they are cheaper, and they can fill in gaps between chips and heatsink that normal watery thermal paste cannot. More premium thermal paste such as Kooling Monster's KOLD-01 has special focus on fluid mechanics, therefore is not watery like cheap thermal pastes and can substitute the thermal putties.

[@betsalelinbar1924]

hey, mine is getting really hot which wasn't like that always, its a 3 years old pc. does this suppose to solve it or there might be a motherboard/fan/etc failure? i replaced the battery also but nothing

[@koolingmonster]

It's time to replace the thermal paste and clean the dust! It's actually like maintenance work that you do for cars. This cleaning can significantly reduce your PC temperature and improve performance.

[@kitkutv495]

i have a problem the screwdriver set is not avaible now in my country are there other screwdrivers sets you could recomend?

[@koolingmonster]

which country are you in?

[@kitkutv495]

@@koolingmonster poland

[@MohammedAhmed-dz2gg]

What will happen of i dont replace the thermal pads surrounding tge cpu/gpu will it be ok if the pads are dried up or is replacing the gpu amd cpu the only necessary thing

[@koolingmonster]

Usually, the thermal pads around the CPU/GPU don't need frequent replacement. However, if they dry out, they should be replaced, as failing to do so could potentially affect the computer's performance. Manufacturers and aftermarket services typically use inexpensive thermal pads instead of thermal paste. If you want to use thermal paste to replace the existing thermal pads, make sure to use high-quality pastes. People often say that thermal paste should not replace thermal pads because the gap between the chips and the upper heatsink is too large, causing the thermal paste to flow out. Our KOLD-01 thermal paste features a special design that controls fluidity, potentially avoiding this issue if you choose to replace pads with paste.

[@charliebuckley]

Im not stripping my laptop in the hopes I don't fuck it up I want my laptop to stop over heating over 95 degrees fucking burns to the touch and seriously worries me but I'll do more damage than good if I strip it myself any other suggestions?

[@koolingmonster]

If you don't replace it even with the high temperature, it will damage the computer's performance. I suggest you watch the video carefully again and consider purchasing one of our toolkits to assist you! Don't worry, disassembling the computer may seem daunting, but it's actually a straightforward task!

[@thex2thaz]

I have zero computer knowledge and was able to do this. Don’t let it scare you. Just use a good screw driver and go for it. Hell, you might even have fun after the 2nd or 3rd time doing it

[@jadhavrohit590]

Is the heat sink copper or aluminium ?

[@dangerjaat4047]

copper

[@koolingmonster]

The heatsink in the Acer Predator Helios 300 is typically made of copper. Copper is commonly used in high-performance laptops for heatsinks because of its excellent thermal conductivity, which helps in effectively dissipating heat generated by the CPU and GPU.

[@AynxAntagonist]

How do you remove that Ram cover?

[@koolingmonster]

Hello! Because of the limitations of remote assistance, it’s difficult to provide direct help, but you can usually try the following methods: 1. You might need to use a plastic pry tool or a similar non-metallic tool to gently slide along the edge of the cover to release any clips or fasteners. 2. Internal components might be blocking the cover; check for any obstructions or components inside that could be preventing the cover from moving.

[@Jacob9815]

How long until we should replace it?

[@thex2thaz]

2 years.

[@koolingmonster]

Usually thermal paste dries out in one to two years. However your laptop usecase and the quality of the original paste also determines this number. The correct way to determine if your thermal paste needs replacement is through measuring the CPU and GPU temperature. You can visit our website and read the full tutorial on this matter: koolingmonster.com/insights/how-to-know-if-your-thermal-paste-needs-replacing-step-by-step-tutorial

[@shubhamjariwala7632]

What is that pink thing around cpu?

[@koolingmonster]

The surrounding chips are VRAM, which don't require a lot of cooling. The original factory uses thermal pads or thermal putty. As long as the original material hasn't dried out or cracked, it can still be used. If you want to replace these materials with thermal paste, we recommend using our thermal paste. The gaps in these areas are too large, and regular thermal paste on the market is too runny and may flow away. Our thermal paste has been specially optimized for flowability, so it won't have this issue [sending heart].

[@kitkutv495]

You are a livesaver i had this laptop for over a year and still didnt clean it

[@skr5933]

Did it work for you?

[@kitkutv495]

@@skr5933 im waiting for the products to be back for sale because in my country they are all selled out

[@koolingmonster]

You are very welcome. Thank you for the comment! We are so glad that our videos or products might be of help!

[@chelseajack1188]

cost of this?

[@koolingmonster]

You are very welcome. Thank you for the comment! We are so glad that our videos or products might be of help!

[@tiwiaditya1204]

Predator triton 300 please bro

[@koolingmonster]

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