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Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste vs Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20: Comparison
Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal vs Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad: the electrical conductivity difference
They are built to different briefs, and electrical conductivity shows it, Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Conductive against Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad Insulating. There is a split on viscosity as well, 6 Pa-s on the Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal versus Reinforced soft silicone sheet on the Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad. There is a split on recommended use as well, High-end CPU/GPU, including overclocking; also suited to Delidded-Direct-Die use... on the Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal versus Mainstream CPU/GPU and general electronics gap filling on the Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad. Paste segment is not the same on both, Liquid Metal on the Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal versus Pad on the Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad.
Which should you buy, Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal or Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad?
Take the Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal for experienced overclockers with copper or nickel-plated-copper cooler bases wanting maximum conductivity. The same goes for delidded, direct-die CPU/GPU setups where liquid metal is the established choice. It is the wrong buy for aluminum coolers or any aluminum contact surface, which liquid metal will corrode. Buy the Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad for general electronics gap filling and mainstream CPU/GPU, though it is the wrong buy for high-power dies needing >5 W/mK. Our rating of the Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal (7.8/10): A gallium-alloy liquid metal aimed at high-end builds, bundled with application swabs to ease the learning curve. Our rating of the Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad (6/10): A lower-conductivity industrial gap pad, suited to less demanding OEM cooling needs.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
- Alphacool
- Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
- Bergquist (Henkel)
Model
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme
- Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
- Gap Pad 2500S20
Electrical Conductivity
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
- Conductive
- Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
- Insulating
Package Size
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
- 1g syringe, includes 2 cotton application swabs and a cleaning wipe
- Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
- 8 x 16in reinforced sheet, multiple thicknesses
Recommended Use
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
- High-end CPU/GPU, including overclocking; also suited to Delidded-Direct-Die use per manufacturer application guidance
- Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
- Mainstream CPU/GPU and general electronics gap filling
Safety Notes
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
- Electrically conductive liquid metal; must never contact exposed electronic components or it can cause a short circuit. Compatible only with copper, gold, silver, lead, zinc, or nickel-plated copper surfaces; will corrode and damage bare aluminum and must never be applied to aluminum coolers. Causes skin irritation; wash affected skin thoroughly with water.
- Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
- Non-conductive silicone pad; no special handling precautions required
Viscosity
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
- 6 Pa-s
- Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
- Reinforced (fiberglass-supported) soft silicone sheet
Paste Segment
- Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
- Liquid Metal
- Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
- Pad
Which one should you pick?
Choose Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alphacool Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste | Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Eisfrost Xtreme Liquid Metal Thermal Paste
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
A gallium-alloy liquid metal aimed at high-end builds, bundled with application swabs to ease the learning curve.
Bergquist (Henkel) Bergquist Gap Pad 2500S20
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A lower-conductivity industrial gap pad, suited to less demanding OEM cooling needs.
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