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Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK vs be quiet! DC2: Comparison
Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK and be quiet! DC2 separate most on thermal conductivity: Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK at 17.8 W/mK, be quiet! DC2 at 7.5 W/mK, 58% in favour of Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Silicone-Based Pad | Carbon-Based |
| Brand | Alphacool | be quiet! |
| Model | Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK | be quiet! DC2 , DC2 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 17.8 W/mK | 7.5 W/mK-58% |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 120 x 20 x 1.5mm sheet | 3g tube |
| Recommended Use | High-end CPU/GPU | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU (mainstream to upper-mid builds) |
| Paste Segment | Pad | Standard Paste |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK | be quiet! DC2 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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