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Arctic MX-4 vs Parker Chomerics THERM-A-GAP PAD 80: Comparison

Arctic MX-4 and Parker Chomerics THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-4 at 8.5 W/mK, Parker Chomerics THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 at 8.3 W/mK, 2% in favour of Arctic MX-4.

Specs

Specification
Arctic MX-4 (Carbon-Based/8.5 W/mK/Non-Conductive/Proven Budget Legacy Pick/98,000+ Positive Reviews)
Arctic MX-4
Parker Chomerics THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 (Silicone-Based Pad/Non-Conductive/8.3 W/mK)
Parker Chomerics THERM-A-GAP PAD 80
Compound TypeCarbon-BasedSilicone-Based Pad
BrandArcticParker Chomerics
ModelArctic MX-4 , MX-4THERM-A-GAP PAD 80
Thermal Conductivity8.5 W/mK8.3 W/mK-2%
Electrical ConductivityInsulatingInsulating
Package Size4g / 8g / 20g / 45g tubesSheet form, cut to size, multiple thicknesses
Recommended UseMainstream CPU/GPU (builds on a tight budget)High-end CPU/GPU and general electronics gap filling
Reapplication IntervalUp to 8 yearsNo reapplication needed; reusable silicone gap filler
Safety NotesNoneNon-conductive silicone pad; no special handling precautions required
Paste SegmentStandard PastePad

Price comparison

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