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Arctic MX-4 vs Thermaltake TG-5: Comparison

Arctic MX-4 and Thermaltake TG-5 differ on compound type: Arctic MX-4 at Carbon-Based, Thermaltake TG-5 at Silicone-Based. They match on electrical conductivity, safety notes and paste segment.

Arctic MX-4 (Carbon-Based/8.5 W/mK/Non-Conductive/Proven Budget Legacy Pick/98,000+ Positive Reviews)
ArcticArctic MX-4
Thermaltake TG-5 (Silicone-Based/Non-Conductive/Bulk 40g Tub/Professional Technician Format)
ThermaltakeThermaltake TG-5

Specs

Specification
Arctic MX-4 (Carbon-Based/8.5 W/mK/Non-Conductive/Proven Budget Legacy Pick/98,000+ Positive Reviews)
Arctic MX-4
Thermaltake TG-5 (Silicone-Based/Non-Conductive/Bulk 40g Tub/Professional Technician Format)
Thermaltake TG-5
Compound TypeCarbon-BasedSilicone-Based
BrandArcticThermaltake
ModelArctic MX-4 , MX-4Thermaltake TG-5
Electrical ConductivityInsulatingInsulating
Package Size4g / 8g / 20g / 45g tubes40g tub (bulk)
Recommended UseMainstream CPU/GPU (builds on a tight budget)System Builders/Technicians (Bulk Use)
Reapplication IntervalUp to 8 yearsNot consistently published
Safety NotesNoneNone
Paste SegmentStandard PasteStandard Paste

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