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Arctic MX-2 vs Coollaboratory Liquid Extreme: Comparison
Arctic MX-2 and Coollaboratory Liquid Extreme separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-2 at 5.6 W/mK, Coollaboratory Liquid Extreme at 41 W/mK, 86% in favour of Coollaboratory Liquid Extreme.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Liquid Metal |
| Brand | Arctic | Coollaboratory |
| Model | Arctic MX-2 | Liquid Extreme |
| Thermal Conductivity | 5.6 W/mK-86% | 41 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Conductive |
| Package Size | 4g, 30g, 65g | 1g syringe/vial kit |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU | High-end CPU/GPU, Delidded-Direct-Die |
| Reapplication Interval | Not consistently published | Multi-year lifespan once applied; not intended for frequent reapplication |
| Safety Notes | None | Gallium-based liquid metal alloy. Will alloy with and corrode bare aluminum on contact — do not use on aluminum heatsinks, coldplates or aluminum dies/IHS. Use only on nickel-plated copper or protected surfaces, avoid skin and eye contact, and contain spills immediately. |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Liquid Metal |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic MX-2 | Coollaboratory Liquid Extreme |
|---|---|---|
| Coollaboratory | View on Coollaboratory | |
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Performance-PCs | View on Performance-PCs |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
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