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Arctic MX-7 vs StarTech.com StarTech HEATGREASE20: Comparison
Arctic MX-7 and StarTech.com StarTech HEATGREASE20 differ on package size: Arctic MX-7 at 2g, 4g, 8g tubes; 4g also sold bundled with 6x MX Cleaner wipes, StarTech.com StarTech HEATGREASE20 at 20g tube. They match on electrical conductivity and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 2g, 4g, 8g tubes; 4g also sold bundled with 6x MX Cleaner wipes | 20g tube |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU (marketed for CPUs, GPUs, consoles and laptops) | Mainstream CPU/GPU |
| Safety Notes | Non-conductive and non-capacitive; volume resistivity 1.7x10^12 ohm-cm, breakdown voltage 4.2 kV/mm | RoHS compliant; Bleed <0.05% at 200°C/24h; Evaporation <0.001% at 200°C/24h |
| Density | 2.9 g/cm3 | 2.3 g/cm3 |
| Material | Carbon-Based | Ceramic-based compound containing silicone |
| Operating Temperature | -50C to 250C continuous use temperature | -20°C to 100°C (-4°F to 212°F) |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |
| Min Operating Temp | -50 C | -20 C |
| Max Operating Temp | 250 C | 100 C |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic MX-7 | StarTech.com StarTech HEATGREASE20 |
|---|---|---|
| Arctic Store | View on Arctic Store | |
| Amazon | View on Amazon | View on Amazon |
| Best Buy | View on Best Buy | |
| StarTech.com | View on StarTech.com |
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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