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Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste vs Phobya NanoGrease Extreme: Comparison
Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste vs Phobya NanoGrease Extreme thermal conductivity compared
The gap that matters here is thermal conductivity: Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste 6.7 W/mK against Phobya NanoGrease Extreme 16 W/mK, which puts Phobya NanoGrease Extreme 58% ahead. There is a split on viscosity as well, 130 Pa-s on the Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste versus 85000 Pa-s on the Phobya NanoGrease Extreme. Recommended use is not the same on both, High-end CPU/GPU on the Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste versus CPU/GPU Air and Water Cooling on the Phobya NanoGrease Extreme. There is a split on density as well, 2.6 g/cm3 on the Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste versus 2.7 g/cm3 on the Phobya NanoGrease Extreme.
Who each one is for
it is not built for buyers who specifically want liquid-metal-level conductivity. It is equally the pick for 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. it is not the pick for single-application buyers who don't need the reusable syringe format. It also earns its place with CPU and GPU builds wanting high officially-rated conductivity with a reusable, mess-free syringe. Avoid it for sub-ambient extreme cooling setups where Alphacool Subzero is more explicitly positioned. 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 Phobya NanoGrease Extreme (6.4/10): A screw-cap syringe format with a strong published conductivity figure from Phobya's higher tier.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Electrical conductivity and paste segment read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- Alphacool
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- Phobya
Model
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- Alphacool Apex 2
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
Thermal Conductivity
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- 6.7 W/mK-58%
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- 16 W/mKBest
Electrical Conductivity
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- Insulating
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- Insulating
Package Size
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- 2g syringe
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- 3.5g syringe with screw-cap
Recommended Use
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- High-end CPU/GPU (developed with Halnziye for CPUs, GPU hotspots, overclocking systems, workstations and servers)
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- CPU/GPU Air and Water Cooling
Safety Notes
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- Causes serious eye irritation; toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Wear protective gloves and eye protection and wash hands thoroughly after use.
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- None
Viscosity
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- 130 Pa-s
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- 85000 Pa-s
Density
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- 2.6 g/cm3
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- 2.7 g/cm3
Paste Segment
- Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste
- Standard Paste
- Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
- 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 Phobya NanoGrease Extreme if you want the higher thermal conductivity (16 W/mK vs 6.7 W/mK).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alphacool Apex 2 Thermal Paste | Phobya NanoGrease Extreme |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Phobya NanoGrease Extreme
6.4 / 10 Expert Rating
A screw-cap syringe format with a strong published conductivity figure from Phobya's higher tier.
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