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Arctic Silver 5 vs Thermalright TF8: Comparison
Arctic Silver 5 and Thermalright TF8 separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic Silver 5 at 8.9 W/mK, Thermalright TF8 at 13.8 W/mK, 36% in favour of Thermalright TF8. They match on electrical conductivity and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Arctic Silver | Thermalright |
| Model | Arctic Silver 5 | TF8 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.9 W/mK-36% | 13.8 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 3.5g syringe (also 12g) | 1.2g, 2g, 5.8g, 12.8g syringe options |
| 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 non-conductive, harmless per manufacturer |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic Silver 5 | Thermalright TF8 |
|---|---|---|
| Thermalright (Manufacturer) | View on Thermalright (Manufacturer) |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.