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Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 vs Thermalright TFX: Comparison
Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 vs Thermalright TFX thermal conductivity compared
Thermal conductivity is where these two genuinely part company, Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 9.24 W/mK against Thermalright TFX 14.3 W/mK, a 35% lead for Thermalright TFX. There is a split on material class as well, Silver-based thermal compound on the Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 versus Silicone-Based on the Thermalright TFX. They differ on recommended use too, Mainstream CPU/GPU on the Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 versus High-end CPU/GPU on the Thermalright TFX. There is a split on conductivity source as well, https://www.akasa.co.uk/update.php?tpl=product/product.detail.tpl&model=AK-450-5G on the Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 versus https://www.thermalright.com/product/tfx-thermal-paste-2g/ on the Thermalright TFX.
Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 vs Thermalright TFX: which one fits your build
Buy the Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 for mainstream CPU repastes under air or AIO coolers and Akasa AK-455 owners wanting a higher-rated Akasa compound, though it is not the pick for sub-zero or chiller cooling, since Akasa rates it from 0C and buyers who need published electrical safety data. it is not built for beginners or anyone wanting a quick, easy application and bare GPU or CPU dies, given igor'sLAB's surface damage finding. The same goes for experienced builders who accept the application and surface risks igor'sLAB found. Our rating of the Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 (6/10): A silver-based compound with a solid published conductivity figure and a bundled spreader, reasonable for the price. Our rating of the Thermalright TFX (8.4/10): Thermalright's flagship TF-series paste with the range's highest rating at 14.3 W/mK, though igor'sLAB found particles over 10 microns and advised against it for PC use.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 and Thermalright TFX differ on max operating temperature?
Yes. Max Operating Temperature reads 200 C on the Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 versus 300 C on the Thermalright TFX.
Is the Applicator Included the same on the Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 and Thermalright TFX?
It is. Both are listed at Spatula, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- Akasa
- Thermalright TFX
- Thermalright
Model
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- AK-450-5G
- Thermalright TFX
- TFX
Thermal Conductivity
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- 9.24 W/mK-35%
- Thermalright TFX
- 14.3 W/mKBest
Material Class
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- Silver-based thermal compound
- Thermalright TFX
- Silicone-Based
Package Size
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- 5g syringe
- Thermalright TFX
- 2g and 6.2g syringe
Recommended Use
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- Mainstream CPU/GPU (formulated for CPU/heatsink interfaces)
- Thermalright TFX
- High-end CPU/GPU
Conductivity Source
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- https://www.akasa.co.uk/update.php?tpl=product/product.detail.tpl&model=AK-450-5G
- Thermalright TFX
- https://www.thermalright.com/product/tfx-thermal-paste-2g/
Applicator Included
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- Spatula
- Thermalright TFX
- Spatula
Max Operating Temperature
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- 200 CBest
- Thermalright TFX
- 300 C
Paste Segment
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- Standard Paste
- Thermalright TFX
- Standard Paste
Operating Temperature
- Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
- 0°C to 200°CBest
- Thermalright TFX
- Up to 300 C
Which one should you pick?
Choose Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Thermalright TFX if you want the higher thermal conductivity (14.3 W/mK vs 9.24 W/mK).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450 | Thermalright TFX |
|---|---|---|
| Akasa | View on Akasa | |
| Amazon UK | View on Amazon UK | |
| Thermalright (Manufacturer) | View on Thermalright (Manufacturer) | |
| Amazon | View on Amazon |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Akasa AK-450 Silver Compound 450
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A silver-based compound with a solid published conductivity figure and a bundled spreader, reasonable for the price.
Thermalright TFX
8.4 / 10 Expert Rating
Thermalright's flagship TF-series paste with the range's highest rating at 14.3 W/mK, though igor'sLAB found particles over 10 microns and advised against it for PC use.