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Arctic MX-2 vs Thermaltake TG-5: Comparison

Arctic MX-2 and Thermaltake TG-5 differ on compound type: Arctic MX-2 at Carbon-Based, Thermaltake TG-5 at Silicone-Based. They match on 4 other specifications, including electrical conductivity, reapplication interval and safety notes.

Thermaltake TG-5 (Silicone-Based/Non-Conductive/Bulk 40g Tub/Professional Technician Format)
ThermaltakeThermaltake TG-5

Specs

Specification
Arctic MX-2 (Carbon-Based/Non-Conductive/Budget Legacy Compound)
Arctic MX-2
Thermaltake TG-5 (Silicone-Based/Non-Conductive/Bulk 40g Tub/Professional Technician Format)
Thermaltake TG-5
Compound TypeCarbon-BasedSilicone-Based
BrandArcticThermaltake
ModelArctic MX-2Thermaltake TG-5
Electrical ConductivityInsulatingInsulating
Package Size4g, 30g, 65g40g tub (bulk)
Recommended UseMainstream CPU/GPUSystem Builders/Technicians (Bulk Use)
Reapplication IntervalNot consistently publishedNot consistently published
Safety NotesNoneNone
Paste SegmentStandard PasteStandard Paste

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