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Alphacool Silver Grease Thermal Paste vs Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK: Comparison

Alphacool Silver Grease Thermal Paste and Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK differ on recommended use: Alphacool Silver Grease Thermal Paste at Mainstream CPU/GPU; marketed by Alphacool as an affordable entry-level paste and test/spare stock, Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK at Mainstream CPU/GPU; Phobya markets it as able to match high-end thermal compounds for VRAM, VRM, and North/Southbridge cooling.

Specs

Specification
Alphacool Silver Grease Thermal Paste (Silicone-Based/Non-Conductive/Mainstream CPU/GPU)
Alphacool Silver Grease Thermal Paste
Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK (Pad/Non-Conductive/100x100x1.0mm)
Phobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK
BrandAlphacoolPhobya
ModelAlphacool Silver GreasePhobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mk
Electrical ConductivityInsulatingInsulating
Package Size0.5g syringe100 x 100 x 1.0mm sheet, cuttable to size; also sold in other thicknesses
Recommended UseMainstream CPU/GPU; marketed by Alphacool as an affordable entry-level paste and test/spare stockMainstream CPU/GPU; Phobya markets it as able to match high-end thermal compounds for VRAM, VRM, and North/Southbridge cooling
Pump-Out ResistanceLowHigh
ConsistencyDoes not sweat/bleed oil over time; manufacturer states it is suited to high mounting pressuresVery flexible, low-hardness pad that adapts to uneven surfaces at low contact pressure; slightly sticky surface under a removable protective foil
Paste SegmentStandard PastePad

Price comparison

RetailerAlphacool Silver Grease Thermal PastePhobya Thermal Pad XT 7W/mK
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