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Arctic MX-2 vs CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro: Comparison

Arctic MX-2 and CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-2 at 5.6 W/mK, CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro at 5.3 W/mK, 5% in favour of Arctic MX-2. They match on electrical conductivity and paste segment.

Specs

Specification
Arctic MX-2 (Carbon-Based/Non-Conductive/Budget Legacy Compound)
Arctic MX-2
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
BrandArcticCS Labs
ModelArctic MX-2K5-PRO
Thermal Conductivity5.6 W/mK5.3 W/mK-5%
Electrical ConductivityInsulatingInsulating
Package Size4g, 30g, 65g20g jar; also sold as 3x10g twist-up tubes and in bulk up to 400g
Recommended UseMainstream CPU/GPUThermal 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-2CS Labs (Computer Systems, Greece) CS Labs K5-Pro
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