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Arctic MX-4 vs Corsair TM30 vs Noctua NT-H1: Comparison
Arctic MX-4, Corsair TM30 and Noctua NT-H1 differ on compound type: Arctic MX-4 at Carbon-Based, Corsair TM30 at Silver-infused compound (classification pending verification), Noctua NT-H1 at Metal-Oxide (no metallic particles). They match on electrical conductivity, safety notes and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Silver-infused compound (classification pending verification) | Metal-Oxide (no metallic particles) |
| Brand | Arctic | Corsair | Noctua |
| Model | Arctic MX-4 , MX-4 | Corsair TM30 , TM30 | Noctua NT-H1 , NT-H1 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.5 W/mK-34% | 12.8 W/mK | |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 4g / 8g / 20g / 45g tubes | 3g tube with applicator | 3.5g / 10g tubes |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU (builds on a tight budget) | Mainstream CPU/GPU | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU (Noctua's original flagship paste, superseded by NT-H2) |
| Reapplication Interval | Up to 8 years | Verify manufacturer-rated interval | Long-term stable |
| Safety Notes | None | None | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |