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Arctic MX-5 vs Phobya Thermal Pad Ultra 5W/mK: Comparison
Arctic MX-5 and Phobya Thermal Pad Ultra 5W/mK separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-5 at 8.5 W/mK, Phobya Thermal Pad Ultra 5W/mK at 5 W/mK, 41% in favour of Arctic MX-5.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Arctic | Phobya |
| Model | Arctic MX-5 | Phobya Thermal Pad Ultra 5W/mk |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.5 W/mK | 5 W/mK-41% |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 2g, 4g, 8g, 20g | 15 x 15 x 4mm, sold as a single piece; also available in other sizes up to 120x20mm strips |
| Recommended Use | CPU/GPU/Console Coolers | Mainstream CPU/GPU; Phobya also markets it for VRAM, VRM, and North/Southbridge cooling |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Pad |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic MX-5 | Phobya Thermal Pad Ultra 5W/mK |
|---|---|---|
| Performance-PCs | View on Performance-PCs | |
| 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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