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Arctic MX-5 vs Gelid Solutions Gelid GP-Ultimate: Comparison
Arctic MX-5 and Gelid Solutions Gelid GP-Ultimate separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-5 at 8.5 W/mK, Gelid Solutions Gelid GP-Ultimate at 15 W/mK, 43% in favour of Gelid Solutions Gelid GP-Ultimate. They match on electrical conductivity and safety notes.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Silicone-Based Pad |
| Brand | Arctic | Gelid Solutions |
| Model | Arctic MX-5 | Gelid GP-Ultimate , GP-Ultimate |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.5 W/mK-43% | 15 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 2g, 4g, 8g, 20g | 90x50mm (0.5/1/1.5mm), also 120x120mm and 120x20mm sheets |
| Recommended Use | CPU/GPU/Console Coolers | Laptop-Thin-GPU (laptop heatsinks, GPU VRAM/VRM gap-filling) |
| Reapplication Interval | Not consistently published | Long-term stable, not a wear item |
| Safety Notes | None | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Pad |
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