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Arctic MX-5 vs Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme: Comparison
Arctic MX-5 and Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic MX-5 at 8.5 W/mK, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme at 73 W/mK, 88% in favour of Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Carbon-Based | Liquid Metal |
| Brand | Arctic | Thermal Grizzly |
| Model | Arctic MX-5 | Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme , Conductonaut Extreme |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.5 W/mK-88% | 73 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Conductive |
| Package Size | 2g, 4g, 8g, 20g | 1g syringe |
| Recommended Use | CPU/GPU/Console Coolers | Delidded-Direct-Die (GPU and vertical mounting) |
| Reapplication Interval | Not consistently published | Long-lasting once applied |
| Safety Notes | None | Liquid metal: electrically conductive; do not use near exposed aluminum or bare-die edges |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Liquid Metal |
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