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Arctic MX-4 vs Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK: Comparison
Arctic MX-4 and Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-4 at 8.5 W/mK, Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK at 7 W/mK, 18% in favour of Arctic MX-4.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Arctic | Phobya |
| Model | Arctic MX-4 , MX-4 | Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mk |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.5 W/mK | 7 W/mK-18% |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 4g / 8g / 20g / 45g tubes | 100 x 100 x 1.0mm sheet, cuttable to size; also sold in other thicknesses |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU (builds on a tight budget) | Mainstream CPU/GPU; Phobya markets it as able to match high-end thermal compounds for VRAM, VRM, and North/Southbridge cooling |
| Pump-Out Resistance | Medium | High |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Pad |
| Spec Score | 6.1 | 5.8 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic MX-4 | Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK |
|---|---|---|
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
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