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Arctic MX-2 vs Kingpin Cooling Kingpin KPx: Comparison
Arctic MX-2 and Kingpin Cooling Kingpin KPx separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-2 at 5.6 W/mK, Kingpin Cooling Kingpin KPx at 10 W/mK, 44% in favour of Kingpin Cooling Kingpin KPx. They match on electrical conductivity, safety notes and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | High-Performance Compound |
| Brand | Arctic | Kingpin Cooling |
| Model | Arctic MX-2 | Kingpin KPx , KPx |
| Thermal Conductivity | 5.6 W/mK-44% | 10 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 4g, 30g, 65g | 1.5g / 3g syringe |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU | High-end CPU/GPU (extreme overclocking and benching) |
| Reapplication Interval | Not consistently published | Verify manufacturer-rated interval |
| Safety Notes | None | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |




