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Arctic MX-4 vs Innovation Cooling IC Graphite: Comparison
Arctic MX-4 and Innovation Cooling IC Graphite separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-4 at 8.5 W/mK, Innovation Cooling IC Graphite at 35 W/mK, 76% in favour of Innovation Cooling IC Graphite. They match on electrical conductivity and safety notes.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Carbon-Based (Solid Graphite Sheet) |
| Brand | Arctic | Innovation Cooling |
| Model | Arctic MX-4 , MX-4 | Innovation Cooling IC Graphite |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.5 W/mK-76% | 35 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 4g / 8g / 20g / 45g tubes | Pre-cut pads: 30x30mm, 40x40mm, 90x90mm |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU (builds on a tight budget) | Delidded CPUs, Thin-Gap GPU/Laptop Cooling |
| Reapplication Interval | Up to 8 years | Reusable; avoids pump-out by design |
| Safety Notes | None | None |
| Pump-Out Resistance | Medium | High |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Pad |
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