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Arctic MX-4 vs Thermal Grizzly Carbonaut: Comparison
Arctic MX-4 and Thermal Grizzly Carbonaut separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-4 at 8.5 W/mK, Thermal Grizzly Carbonaut at 62.5 W/mK, 86% in favour of Thermal Grizzly Carbonaut.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Carbon Pad |
| Brand | Arctic | Thermal Grizzly |
| Model | Arctic MX-4 , MX-4 | Thermal Grizzly Carbonaut , Carbonaut |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.5 W/mK-86% | 62.5 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Conductive |
| Package Size | 4g / 8g / 20g / 45g tubes | 31x25x0.2mm / 32x32x0.2mm / 38x38x0.2mm sheets |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU (builds on a tight budget) | High-end CPU/GPU (also consoles and frequent cooler remounts) |
| Reapplication Interval | Up to 8 years | Reusable across multiple mounts |
| Safety Notes | None | Electrically conductive; keep clear of exposed board components and do not overhang the die edge |
| Pump-Out Resistance | Medium | High |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Pad |
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