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Arctic MX-2 vs Gelid Solutions Gelid GC-Extreme: Comparison
Arctic MX-2 and Gelid Solutions Gelid GC-Extreme separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-2 at 5.6 W/mK, Gelid Solutions Gelid GC-Extreme at 8.5 W/mK, 34% in favour of Gelid Solutions Gelid GC-Extreme. They match on 4 other specifications, including compound type, electrical conductivity and safety notes.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Carbon-Based |
| Brand | Arctic | Gelid Solutions |
| Model | Arctic MX-2 | Gelid GC-Extreme , GC-Extreme |
| Thermal Conductivity | 5.6 W/mK-34% | 8.5 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 4g, 30g, 65g | 3.5g / 10g tubes |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU |
| Reapplication Interval | Not consistently published | Verify manufacturer-rated interval |
| Safety Notes | None | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |
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