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Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK vs Thermalright TF7: Comparison
Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK and Thermalright TF7 separate most on thermal conductivity: Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK at 17.8 W/mK, Thermalright TF7 at 12.8 W/mK, 28% in favour of Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Alphacool | Thermalright |
| Model | Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK | TF7 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 17.8 W/mK | 12.8 W/mK-28% |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 120 x 20 x 1.5mm sheet | 2g and 8g syringe |
| Recommended Use | High-end CPU/GPU | Mainstream CPU/GPU |
| Density | 3.5 g/cm3 | 2.8 g/cm3 |
| Material | Silicone, ultra-soft with high compressibility | Silicone-Based |
| Operating Temperature | -50 to +150 °C | -150 C to 250 C |
| Paste Segment | Pad | Standard Paste |
| Min Operating Temp | -50 C | -150 C |
| Max Operating Temp | 150 C | 250 C |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alphacool Apex Thermal Pad Soft 18W/mK | Thermalright TF7 |
|---|---|---|
| Alphacool Shop (EU) | View on Alphacool Shop (EU) | |
| Thermalright (Manufacturer) | View on Thermalright (Manufacturer) | |
| Amazon | View on Amazon |
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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