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Arctic Silver 5 vs Thermal Grizzly Minus Pad 8: Comparison
Arctic Silver 5 and Thermal Grizzly Minus Pad 8 differ on compound type: Arctic Silver 5 at Metal-Based, Thermal Grizzly Minus Pad 8 at Silicone-Based Pad.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Metal-Based | Silicone-Based Pad |
| Brand | Arctic Silver | Thermal Grizzly |
| Model | Arctic Silver 5 | Thermal Grizzly Minus Pad 8 |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 3.5g syringe (also 12g) | 30x30mm, 120x20mm, and 100x100mm sheets, 0.5mm to 3.0mm thick |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU | High-end CPU/GPU |
| Safety Notes | Requires ~200-hour burn-in period to reach rated performance | Electrically insulating at 8kV/mm (ASTM D149) |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Pad |
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