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Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK vs Deepcool Z3: Comparison
Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK and Deepcool Z3 separate most on thermal conductivity: Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK at 17.8 W/mK, Deepcool Z3 at 3.5 W/mK, 80% in favour of Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK. They match on electrical conductivity and min operating temp.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal Conductivity | 17.8 W/mK | 3.5 W/mK-80% |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 120 x 20 x 1.5mm sheet | 1.5 g net weight (6.5 g gross weight incl. syringe) |
| Recommended Use | High-end CPU/GPU | Mainstream CPU/GPU |
| Material | Silicone, ultra-soft with high compressibility | Not officially disclosed by Deepcool beyond a silver-gray general compound |
| Operating Temperature | -50 to +150 °C | -50°C to +220°C |
| Paste Segment | Pad | Standard Paste |
| Min Operating Temp | -50 C | -50 C |
| Max Operating Temp | 150 C | 220 C |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK | Deepcool Z3 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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