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Arctic Silver 5 vs Cooler Master MasterGel Pro V2: Comparison
Arctic Silver 5 and Cooler Master MasterGel Pro V2 separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic Silver 5 at 8.9 W/mK, Cooler Master MasterGel Pro V2 at 9 W/mK, 1% in favour of Cooler Master MasterGel Pro V2. They match on electrical conductivity, recommended use and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Metal-Based | Silicone-Based |
| Brand | Arctic Silver | Cooler Master |
| Model | Arctic Silver 5 | Cooler Master MasterGel Pro V2 , MasterGel Pro V2 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.9 W/mK-1% | 9 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 3.5g syringe (also 12g) | 1.5g / 4g / 11g tubes with applicator |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU |
| Reapplication Interval | Periodic reapplication recommended due to curing/drying behavior | Verify manufacturer-rated interval |
| Safety Notes | Requires ~200-hour burn-in period to reach rated performance | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |
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