ThermalrightASF Black V2 AM5 CPU Holder, AM5 Safety Fixed Frame, AM5 Secure Frame, Corrective Anti-Bending Fixing Frame, AM5 Anti-Bending Contact Frame,CPU Cooler Standard,Black

Looks stunning. Super secure. Lowered my thermals a few degrees. Keeps surrounding area clean from thermal paste. All wins. Great value.

The Thermalright ASF Black V2 AM5 CPU Holder is a fantastic addition to my PC build. It significantly improves the stability and security of my AM5 CPU, giving me peace of mind during installation and operation. The build quality is excellent, with a durable and precise design that ensures proper alignment.I also noticed that it helps to maintain better thermal performance by ensuring consistent contact between the CPU and cooler. The installation was straightforward, with clear instructions provided. For anyone using an AM5 socket, this is a must-have for protecting your investment and optimizing performance.Highly recommended for builders and enthusiasts who want reliability and enhanced safety for their setup!

This CPU holder replaces the stock clamp version on all AM5 motherboards. You need to place the CPU on the motherboard socket and next is to remove the 4 screws holding the old bracket. The included tool works perfectly and I found that it was easier than expected. Once removed, you can place the new CPU holder plate on the CPU. Use the 4 new included screws to secure the plate to the motherboard. I would do one corner to 80% and move to the opposite corner next. Finish the other two screws and now you can fully tighten. This plate is stronger than the stock clamp design because it's a single piece. Also, the thermal paste will be less messy, easier to apply, and easier to clean in the future.I'm really happy with this and think the price is a great value! I will use them on all future builds.

This made applying thermal paste to the 9800X3D trivial despite its odd shape compared to older processors. It took all the guesswork out of the process and eliminated the stress of making a mess with excess paste. Very easy to install, and my temps are about 10C cooler at idle than a friend with a similar setup. 100% recommend this to anyone, especially for the price. Zero reason not to use this in your build.

This thing fits like a glove and was easy to install. 4 screws to remove lever plate and they provide four new screws and a tool for easy installation. I used a vetroo u6 on my 9950x and got a max of 58c running some 3dmark benchmarks. Will try cinebench but overall, i think it does help cool the cou and it just looks good and very secure. 5 stars!

Great fitment, clean machining. A verifiable drop in Core Temps, and keeps thermal paste from reaching the finer areas under the IHS, etc. Also, pairs perfectly with a Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120, or other like Air Coolers. AIOs as well I'm sure, but didn't use one here. Buy with confidence. Worth the small price of admission.

It is gorgeous little piece of machining! Solid, rigid. I've heard some people indicate compatibility issues with the X3D chips, but I don't have one, so I don't know. It fit my AM5 chip PERFECTLY. As others have said, it's a shame such a beautiful piece is hidden away.And given that it is pretty inexpensive, it seems worth getting, albeit not a must have either. Earlier AMD CPU chips, you could rip them out of their socket when removing the cooling fan. But the factory AM5 clip seems like it holds the CPU pretty well already. Not certain this really is a big improvement.It's super easy to install, it includes a tool for removing the factory clamp and installing this piece. To make sure you tighten it straight and clean. I suggest first putting in the screws loose, criss cross. 1, 3, 2, 4. Then slightly tighten criss cross. The final tighten criss cross. Don’t need excessive force, someone said they broke a screw. But getting all four screws pretty snug, and evenly tightened should hold the CPU well.Some people say it helps CPU temperatures. At first, I was dubious of the claim, wasn't sure what mechanism would be at work. But now I think it is probably true. This is a good-sized chunk of aluminum, and it comes into contact with the CPU around the clamping edges. That is only a small amount of contact area, so I doubt a whole lot of heat is transferred. But I did use a toothpick to put a tiny amount of heat sink paste around the clamping edges of the CPU to improve thermal conductivity from the CPU to this item. Again, I doubt it is a huge amount, some say 1 degree C. Given that this is inexpensive, it's probably worth it.

Excellent quality and bolted right up to my motherboard and exactly what I wanted!