Brand | ARCTIC |
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Series | MX-6 |
Item model number | ACTCP00080A |
Item Weight | 0.141 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 3.94 x 3.94 x 3.94 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.94 x 3.94 x 3.94 inches |
Color | Grey |
Manufacturer | ARCTIC |
ASIN | B09VDL3CW6 |
Country of Origin | China |
Date First Available | March 14, 2022 |
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ARCTIC MX-6 (4 g) - Ultimate Performance Thermal Paste for CPU, Consoles, Graphics Cards, laptops, Very high Thermal Conductivity, Long Durability, Non-Conductive, CPU Thermal Paste
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- 20% BETTER PERFORMANCE: With its improved composition, the ARCTIC MX-6 has a measurably lower thermal resistance than the MX-4
- PROVEN QUALITY: With over 20 years of experience in the PC cooling market, our focus was on improved performance, versatile application possibilities and an easy-to-use consistency
- RISK-FREE APPLICATION: MX-6 is neither electrically conductive nor capacitive. This eliminates the risk of short circuits or discharges
- VERSATILE APPLICATION: With its new composition, the MX-6 is suitable for many application scenarios. Thanks to its viscosity, it is also suitable for direct-die cooling scenarios for GPUs of graphics cards or console processors
- 100 % ORIGINAL DUE TO AUTHENTICITY CHECK: Due to our Authenticity Check, the authenticity of each individual product can be verified
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ARCTIC, a leading manufacturer of PC coolers and components, initiated and continues to shape the trend towards quiet cooling systems.
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ARCTIC, a leading manufacturer of low-noise PC coolers and components, initiated and continues to shape the trend towards quiet cooling systems. In addition to an extensive range of CPU coolers and fans, ARCTIC produces high-quality monitor arms, wall mounts, thermal paste as well as thermal pads. The company, headed by founder Magnus Huber, has offices in Germany, Hong Kong and the USA. It has won over PC enthusiasts in more than 56 countries with innovative and user-friendly products that are high quality and sold at fair prices. For more than 20 years, ARCTIC has stood for comfortable computing, top-level gaming and overclocking, stellar service and personal support.
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Simply the Paste
The ARCTIC MX-6 is a carbon filler-based thermal paste and reaches its maximum performance without burn-in, directly after application and distribution. It achieves all of this without any reputed ingredients, such as expensive diamond dust or various precious metal particles. The silicone gel used as a carrier enables optimal distribution, which is achieved through even contact pressure, for example when mounting the heat sink.
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20 % better performanceWith its improved composition, the ARCTIC MX-6 has a measurably lower thermal resistance than the MX-4. The basis for calculation is the temperature difference between the cooler base and the heat source (in C) in relation to the applied heat load (in W), which also results in the unit K/W. The higher the thermal resistance, the worse the heat can be transferred through the TIM layer. Thermal insulators, as an example, therefore always have a particularly high thermal resistance, while thermal interface materials usually have a particularly low one. |
Proven qualityWe are proud of our thermal pastes. With over 20 years of experience in the PC cooling market the MX-6 was developed with the goal to offer a first-class product. The optimized formula is based on the MX-4. The focus was on versatile application possibilities and an easy-to-use consistency. |
Versatile range of applicationsWith its new composition, MX-6 is the suitable thermal compound for many application scenarios. Excellent non-drying and non-bleeding properties ensure consistent long-term performance. Its viscosity prevents leakage due to the pump-out effect. It's also suitable for direct-die cooling scenarios which occur, for example, with graphics cards or console processor GPUs. |
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100 % original through Authenticity CheckTo ensure that your paste is genuine, there is the ARCTIC Authenticity Check. This allows every product to be reliably verified. A counterfeit offers neither the performance nor the durability of the original ARCTIC pastes. |
Easy applicationMX-6 is neither electrically conductive nor capacitive. This eliminates the risk of short circuits or discharges, which can cause serious damage to components if care is not taken. The thermal paste is also free of liquid metal components, which can often lead to discoloration, abrasion or corrosion damage to the radiator bottom. |
Available in several versionsARCTIC MX-6 is available in package sizes from 2 to 8 grams. Resealable syringes prevent the paste from drying out and facilitate dispensing. Alternatively, the variants with MX Cleaner are available. These enable simple and residue-free cleaning of the contact surfaces. The cleaner consists of 100% Limonene, a natural substance obtained from citrus essential oil. |
MX-6 | MX-6 (incl. MX Cleaner) | MX-4 | MX-4 (incl. Spatula) | MX-2 | MX Cleaner | |
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Price | $6.55$6.55 | $6.92$6.92 | $5.73$5.73 | $5.73$5.73 | — | $8.89$8.89 |
Dimensions | / | / | / | / | / | 115 x 115 mm |
Specific Gravity | 2.60 g/cm³ | 2.60 g/cm³ | 2.50 g/cm³ | 2.50 g/cm³ | 3.96 g/cm³ | / |
Continuous Use Temperature | -50~150 ℃ | -50~150 ℃ | -50~150 ℃ | -50~150 ℃ | 0~150 ℃ | / |
Volume Resistivity | 1.8 X 10¹² Ω-cm | 1.8 X 10¹² Ω-cm | 3.8 X 10¹³ Ω-cm | 3.8 X 10¹³ Ω-cm | 1.22 X 10¹² Ω-cm | / |
Viscosity | 45,000 Poise | 45,000 Poise | 31,600 Poise | 31,600 Poise | 850 Poise | / |
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Customers like the durability, quality, value, ease of use, and spreadability of the thermal paste. For example, they mention that it's much quieter playing heavy games, works pretty good, and is great for the price. Some appreciate the spreadability, saying that it’s thick enough to spread and viscous enough to prevent air pockets.
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Customers like the thermal paste. They say it's easy to use, works well, and brings the hot spot temperature down. Some customers also say that it'll make the hot stuff cool. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's performance and recommend it to others.
"...but I do believe this type of thermal paste makes a measurable difference with CPU temps...." Read more
"...my personal laptop (Dell XPS 13 9310 2-in-1) and the thermal paste also worked out quite well...." Read more
"...Temperatures stay low on my cpu and aio" Read more
"...Takeaway 1: For $35 the Thermalright PA is a fantastic cooler and the larger dual fans make it quieter than the Noctua NH-D9L. I do like the size..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the thermal paste. They mention that it works well, is easy to install, and provides amazing results. Some say that it goes on properly and keeps the contact perfectly. Overall, most are happy with the performance and reliability of this product.
"...Everything booted up on the first try and the cpu is running well under the recommended specs...." Read more
"...the MX-6 thermal paste to a friend's MSI gaming laptop, and it worked really nicely at transferring the heat from the CPU and GPU to the heatsinks..." Read more
"First time buying thermal paste and it worked great. Very easy to apply." Read more
"Used this on a new GPU for an old iMac. Now it’s running better and quieter than ever. Nice and cool. Paste was easy to apply and does its job." Read more
Customers find the thermal paste easy to use and apply. They say the dispenser is clean and easy to operate. They also mention that the installation of the MX-6 was super easy.
"...It was easy to use and there’s enough in the tube to do probably 2 or 3 dozen computers. Price was great as well. Zero complaints on my end." Read more
"...MX-6 is very easy to spread and apply, and smoothing the thermal paste out evenly is a snap with the assistance of a plastic card...." Read more
"First time buying thermal paste and it worked great. Very easy to apply." Read more
"...Now it’s running better and quieter than ever. Nice and cool. Paste was easy to apply and does its job." Read more
Customers like the value of the hanging ornament. They mention it's cheap and an excellent investment.
"...Price was great as well. Zero complaints on my end." Read more
"Artic has always been a favorite of mine. Works well and the price isn't as high as some other pastes that any better than this one...." Read more
"...Not sure of the shelf life on the unused compound but was well worth the price and highly recommended!!" Read more
"Without a doubt one of the best on the market! There's not much to say, simply the same performance as another brand that costs 3x more!..." Read more
Customers like the spreadability of the thermal paste. They say it's thick enough to spread, viscous enough to prevent air pockets, and easy to use. Some customers also mention that it works well and is able to get an even thin coat without too much trouble. Overall, most are satisfied with the spreadable quality of the product.
"...This new version of the paste is easier to spread, and seems to work even better than the MX-4 paste I used to prefer...." Read more
"easy to spread on. will wait a few days to determine the results." Read more
"...This stuff is thick and sticky, making it a little difficult to spread evenly. Not a deal breaker though." Read more
"easy to spread and works amazingly well." Read more
Customers like the durability of the hanging ornament. For example, they say it's reliable and quieter than other coolers. Some mention that the larger dual fans make it quieter and improves temperature stability.
"...Now it’s running better and quieter than ever. Nice and cool. Paste was easy to apply and does its job." Read more
"...For $35 the Thermalright PA is a fantastic cooler and the larger dual fans make it quieter than the Noctua NH-D9L. I do like the size of the NH-D9L..." Read more
"...However, now games rarely crash at all! This paste, in combination with changing some Graphic/BIOS settings, got my computer working great again!" Read more
"...Decent consistency and easy to apply (Just apply a pea sized bead in the middle of your cpu, i wouldn't bother with the applicator thing)..." Read more
Customers find the consistency of the thermal paste easy to apply. They say it runs smooth and is easy to spread and apply.
"...MX-6 is very easy to spread and apply, and smoothing the thermal paste out evenly is a snap with the assistance of a plastic card...." Read more
"smooth like a buttah" Read more
"...Plus, it was easy to apply thanks to its smooth consistency. Definitely recommended!" Read more
"...If never worked well. This paste however was really smooth and easy to work with...." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the thickness of the product. They mention that it is too thick and hard to spread.
"...This stuff is thick and sticky, making it a little difficult to spread evenly. Not a deal breaker though." Read more
"...Paste is a bit thicker so for those who do a whole spred over your CPU IHS may have some difficulty with it." Read more
"...The paste was thicker than normal. This is not a deal breaker at this time...." Read more
"Brand I trustIt is very thick so maybe not best for those that like to spread it...." Read more
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I used this thermal paste to install my water cooling apparatus to my Ryzen 5800x3d. Everything booted up on the first try and the cpu is running well under the recommended specs. I don’t have any long term data or benchmarking comparisons to share, but I do believe this type of thermal paste makes a measurable difference with CPU temps. It was easy to use and there’s enough in the tube to do probably 2 or 3 dozen computers. Price was great as well. Zero complaints on my end.
It is important to know that MX-6 is a thermal paste and not a miracle worker. Its job is to transfer heat from the heat generating components to the cooling system. For the Dell laptop I mentioned earlier, it transferred heat efficiently and effectively. What wasn't effective enough was the cooling system on the laptop.
MX-6 is very easy to spread and apply, and smoothing the thermal paste out evenly is a snap with the assistance of a plastic card. The thermal paste is standard gray in color and should be enough to re-thermal paste several laptops and desktops.
Overall, excellent performance and easy application.
Note: I do not know how long the thermal paste will last, if it will cake up or do any other fun stuff. What I do know is that it works quite well at the moment, after 1 month of application.
I just did a series of tests using these items: Date: 05/07/2024
ARCTIC MX-6 $6.55
TF7 Thermal Compound Paste - included
Noctua NT-H1 Thermal Computer Paste - included
Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE Cooler $33.90
Noctua NH-D9L, Premium CPU Cooler $54.95
Configs and results:
1. Noctua NH-D9L with Noctua NT-H1: Started here. I was getting about 35C to 38C Idle on the CPU with the fan at 950ish rpm. When I did the multi core CPU test on Cinebench 2024 the temp would jump up to the 100C throttle temp almost immediately and would bounce right at that for the duration of the 10 minute test. The fan ramped up to 2000rpm for the duration.
2. Noctua NH-D9L with ARCTIC MX-6: The Artic paste dropped my idle temp down a bit to 34C to 36C. All other tests had the same results as the 1st test.
3. Thermalright PA with TF7: Got a really nice drop here down to 28C to 30C idle with the fans spinning at 720 rpm. When running Cinebench it did eventually get to the 100C throttle, but it was about 5 minutes into the 10 minute test before it did. The temp was generally bouncing around 90C throughout the test. The 2 fans got up to 1550 ish rpm and were much quieter than the single Noctua fan.
4. Thermalright PA with ARCTIC MX-6: The change in paste had no effect on thermals or fan speeds over the TF7.
Bonus: I replaced the 2 fans that came with the Thermalright PA with 2 be quiet! Pure Wings 3 120mm Quiet PWM I ordered for a case. This had no effect on the thermals but the fan speeds are slightly slower at 700 rpm idle and 1500 rpm under Cinebench. More importantly, they run noticeably quieter. Under standard use I cannot hear them at all.
Takeaway 1: For $35 the Thermalright PA is a fantastic cooler and the larger dual fans make it quieter than the Noctua NH-D9L. I do like the size of the NH-D9L but for a gaming system the Thermalright PA will be my new go to.
Takeaway 2: CPU Grease makes much less of a difference than I thought. Maybe it is just the ones I tried but the reviews on the Artic MX-6 were stellar yet it barely did better than the Noctua NT-H1 that came with the cooler and didn’t do any better than the TF7 that came with the Thermalright PA. Save your money here and use it to buy better fans.
CPU is an Intel i7-14700kf on a GIGABYTE Z790 Eagle AX Motherboard with an 850 watt EVGA Power Supply if you want to know.
Ernie
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Reviewed in Brazil on March 5, 2024
Time will tell if this lasts or suffers from drying out or any "pump out" issues. But initial results look promising.
Other thoughts: I applied using the five dots method (one in each corner and a slightly larger one in the middle; usually pea fixed amount in center).