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Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK vs StarTech.com StarTech SILV5-THERMAL-PASTE: Comparison
Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK and StarTech.com StarTech SILV5-THERMAL-PASTE separate most on thermal conductivity: Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK at 17.8 W/mK, StarTech.com StarTech SILV5-THERMAL-PASTE at 3.195 W/mK, 82% in favour of Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Alphacool | StarTech.com |
| Model | Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK | SILV5-THERMAL-PASTE |
| Thermal Conductivity | 17.8 W/mK | 3.195 W/mK-82% |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 120 x 20 x 1.5mm sheet | 5 x 1.5g re-sealable syringes (7.5g total) |
| Recommended Use | High-end CPU/GPU | Mainstream CPU/GPU (best suited for CPUs with TDP up to 65W) |
| Material | Silicone, ultra-soft with high compressibility | Metal Oxide Compound 60% / Silicone Compounds 30% / Carbon Compounds 10% |
| Operating Temperature | -50 to +150 °C | -30°C to 180°C (-22°F to 356°F) |
| Paste Segment | Pad | Standard Paste |
| Min Operating Temp | -50 C | -30 C |
| Max Operating Temp | 150 C | 180 C |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK | StarTech.com StarTech SILV5-THERMAL-PASTE |
|---|---|---|
| Alphacool Shop (EU) | View on Alphacool Shop (EU) | |
| StarTech.com | View on StarTech.com |
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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