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Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste vs PCCooler EX90: Comparison

Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste vs PCCooler EX90: the viscosity difference

Viscosity is the dividing line, Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste 130 Pa-s against PCCooler EX90 Gray, includes scraper tool.

Which should you buy, Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste or PCCooler EX90?

it is not built for buyers who specifically want liquid-metal-level conductivity. It also earns its place with high-end CPU and GPU builds, overclocking rigs, workstations and servers wanting Alphacool's current-generation paste. It is the wrong buy for anyone needing a confirmed silicone/carbon base disclosure, which Alphacool has not published for this formula. Buy the PCCooler EX90 for overclockers and high-TDP builds wanting PCCooler's flagship-tier number. Avoid it for buyers who want a paste with a longer independent review history, TFX or Kryonaut are more established. Our rating of the Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste (6.7/10): A high-end Alphacool paste with a solid published conductivity figure, though independent review coverage is thinner than bigger paste-specialist brands. Our rating of the PCCooler EX90 (7/10): PCCooler's flagship compound offers strong published numbers, though it lacks the independent review base of bigger brands.

Where the two are identical

Where they agree, they agree completely, electrical conductivity, density and paste segment included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.

Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste (Non-Conductive/6.7 W/mK/High-end CPU/GPU)
Alphacool
Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
PCCooler EX90 (Non-Conductive/Flagship Paste)
PCCooler
PCCooler EX90

Specs and benchmarks

  • Brand

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
    Alphacool
    PCCooler EX90
    PCCooler

  • Model

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
    Alphacool Apex 2
    PCCooler EX90
    PCCooler EX90

  • Electrical Conductivity

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
    Insulating
    PCCooler EX90
    Insulating

  • Package Size

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
    2g syringe
    PCCooler EX90
    4g tube

  • Recommended Use

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
    High-end CPU/GPU (developed with Halnziye for CPUs, GPU hotspots, overclocking systems, workstations and servers)
    PCCooler EX90
    High-end CPU/GPU

  • Viscosity

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
    130 Pa-s
    PCCooler EX90
    Gray, includes scraper tool

  • Density

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
    2.6 g/cm3
    PCCooler EX90
    2.6 g/cm3

  • Paste Segment

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
    Standard Paste
    PCCooler EX90
    Standard Paste

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Choose PCCooler EX90 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAlphacool Apex 2 Thermal PastePCCooler EX90
    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.

    Verdict

    Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste

    6.7 / 10 Expert Rating

    A high-end Alphacool paste with a solid published conductivity figure, though independent review coverage is thinner than bigger paste-specialist brands.

    PCCooler EX90

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    PCCooler's flagship compound offers strong published numbers, though it lacks the independent review base of bigger brands.

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