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Alphacool Subzero vs Arctic Silver Ceramique 2: Comparison

Alphacool Subzero and Arctic Silver Ceramique 2 differ on compound type: Alphacool Subzero at High-Performance Silicone-Based, Arctic Silver Ceramique 2 at Metal-Oxide. They match on electrical conductivity and paste segment.

Specs

Specification
Alphacool Subzero (High-Performance Silicone-Based/Non-Conductive/16 W/mK)
Alphacool Subzero
Arctic Silver Ceramique 2 (Metal-Oxide/Ceramic-Based/Non-Conductive/Non-Metallic Formula)
Arctic Silver Ceramique 2
Compound TypeHigh-Performance Silicone-BasedMetal-Oxide
BrandAlphacoolArctic Silver
ModelAlphacool Subzero , SubzeroArctic Silver Ceramique 2
Electrical ConductivityInsulatingInsulating
Package Size1g / 3.5g / 20g tubes3.5g syringe (also sold in 21.5g/85g bulk tubs)
Recommended UseHigh-end CPU/GPU (including overclocking)Mainstream CPU/GPU
Reapplication IntervalVerify manufacturer-rated intervalNot consistently published
Safety NotesNoneNon-metallic and non-capacitive formula, marketed as safer around exposed contacts than Arctic Silver 5
Paste SegmentStandard PasteStandard Paste

Price comparison

RetailerAlphacool SubzeroArctic Silver Ceramique 2
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