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Arctic MX-4 vs Phobya NanoGrease Extreme: Comparison
Arctic MX-4 and Phobya NanoGrease Extreme separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-4 at 8.5 W/mK, Phobya NanoGrease Extreme at 16 W/mK, 47% in favour of Phobya NanoGrease Extreme. They match on electrical conductivity, safety notes and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Metal Oxide/Ceramic |
| Brand | Arctic | Phobya |
| Model | Arctic MX-4 , MX-4 | Phobya NanoGrease Extreme |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.5 W/mK-47% | 16 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 4g / 8g / 20g / 45g tubes | 3.5g syringe with screw-cap |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU (builds on a tight budget) | CPU/GPU Air and Water Cooling |
| Reapplication Interval | Up to 8 years | High viscosity (~85,000 cps) supports pump-out resistance |
| Safety Notes | None | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |
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