I can't delid my i5-4670k, with a razor at least...

[JimmiG]

Also, what would happen if you stuck the chip in a vise and tightened it? (So as to reduce the gap between IHS and die...)

What about special "Haswell optimized" heatsink bases, that are slightly convex so as to push the IHS into the die?

If chip that was going to be delid was warmed up to 150f would the extra heat help to soften up intels black glue paste.

I've been thinking about this too. The CPU can take up too 100C (212F) so there should be no danger...

 

[Kenmitch]

What about special "Haswell optimized" heatsink bases, that are slightly convex so as to push the IHS into the die?



I've been thinking about this too. The CPU can take up too 100C (212F) so there should be no danger...

Danger of crushing the die would exist.

Maybe slightly lapping the heatspreader base? Best to gap test 1st.

I think heat makes it harder to work with. Maybe low overclock no heatsink throttle ans prying a little? Sounds little scary tho.

 

[JimmiG]

Hmm what about putting the CPU in the freezer to make the seal more brittle?

 

[john3850]

The cold would reduce the gap needed to slide in a blade.
Or freeze a 3770k before the vise trick.
I dont suggest the vise trick on smaller dia.4670k

 

[wilds]

I say don't do it. Your low temps and high clocks are abnormal for your chipset.

 

[XiandreX]

I say don't do it. Your low temps and high clocks are abnormal for your chipset.

I have to agree... its not always "Greener" on the other side.