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Arctic MX-2 vs SilverStone TF01: Comparison
Arctic MX-2 and SilverStone TF01 separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-2 at 5.6 W/mK, SilverStone TF01 at 8.5 W/mK, 34% in favour of SilverStone TF01. They match on electrical conductivity, safety notes and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Silicone-Based |
| Brand | Arctic | SilverStone |
| Model | Arctic MX-2 | SilverStone TF01 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 5.6 W/mK-34% | 8.5 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 4g, 30g, 65g | 1.5g/4g tube options |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU | CPU/GPU Heatsink Mounting |
| Reapplication Interval | Not consistently published | Marketed as resistant to separation/leakage; no fixed interval published |
| Safety Notes | None | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |




