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Akasa AK-455 vs Arctic MX-5: Comparison
Akasa AK-455 and Arctic MX-5 separate most on thermal conductivity: Akasa AK-455 at 2.4 W/mK, Arctic MX-5 at 8.5 W/mK, 72% in favour of Arctic MX-5. They match on electrical conductivity, safety notes and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Metal Oxide/Ceramic | Carbon-Based |
| Brand | Akasa | Arctic |
| Model | Akasa AK-455 | Arctic MX-5 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 2.4 W/mK-72% | 8.5 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 1.5g and 5g syringes | 2g, 4g, 8g, 20g |
| Recommended Use | CPU/GPU General Cooling | CPU/GPU/Console Coolers |
| Reapplication Interval | Long shelf stability before application; no in-use interval published | Not consistently published |
| Safety Notes | None | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |