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Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste vs Arctic Silver 5: Comparison
Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste and Arctic Silver 5 separate most on thermal conductivity: Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste at 6.7 W/mK, Arctic Silver 5 at 8.9 W/mK, 25% in favour of Arctic Silver 5. They match on electrical conductivity and paste segment.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Alphacool | Arctic Silver |
| Model | Alphacool Apex 2 | Arctic Silver 5 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 6.7 W/mK-25% | 8.9 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 2g syringe | 3.5g syringe (also 12g) |
| Recommended Use | High-end CPU/GPU (developed with Halnziye for CPUs, GPU hotspots, overclocking systems, workstations and servers) | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU |
| Safety Notes | Causes serious eye irritation; toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Wear protective gloves and eye protection and wash hands thoroughly after use. | Requires ~200-hour burn-in period to reach rated performance |
| Pump-Out Resistance | High | Medium |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste | Arctic Silver 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Alphacool Shop (EU) | View on Alphacool Shop (EU) |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
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