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Arctic MX-1 vs CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro: Comparison

Arctic MX-1 and CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro differ on recommended use: Arctic MX-1 at Mainstream CPU/GPU (originally bundled with Arctic Cooling Freezer 4/7/64 and Accelero coolers, rated for all AMD and Intel platforms of its era), CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro at Thermal pad replacement for GPU VRAM/MOSFETs and laptop hot spots, not a CPU IHS-to-cooler paste. They match on electrical conductivity and paste segment.

Specs

Specification
Arctic MX-1 (Legacy Non-Conductive Paste, Original Arctic Cooling Freezer-Series Bundle Compound)
Arctic MX-1
CS Labs K5-Pro (Silicone-Based/Non-Conductive/Viscous Thermal Pad Replacement Putty/5.3 W/mK)
CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro
Electrical ConductivityInsulatingInsulating
Recommended UseMainstream CPU/GPU (originally bundled with Arctic Cooling Freezer 4/7/64 and Accelero coolers, rated for all AMD and Intel platforms of its era)Thermal pad replacement for GPU VRAM/MOSFETs and laptop hot spots, not a CPU IHS-to-cooler paste
Paste SegmentStandard PasteStandard Paste

Price comparison

RetailerArctic MX-1CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro
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