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Alphacool Subzero vs Corsair XTM50: Comparison
Alphacool Subzero and Corsair XTM50 separate most on thermal conductivity: Alphacool Subzero at 16 W/mK, Corsair XTM50 at 13.5 W/mK, 16% in favour of Alphacool Subzero. They match on 4 other specifications, including electrical conductivity, reapplication interval and safety notes.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | High-Performance Silicone-Based | Metal-Oxide (zinc oxide, per Corsair) |
| Brand | Alphacool | Corsair |
| Model | Alphacool Subzero , Subzero | Corsair XTM50 , XTM50 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 16 W/mK | 13.5 W/mK-16% |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Insulating |
| Package Size | 1g / 3.5g / 20g tubes | 5g tube with applicator |
| Recommended Use | High-end CPU/GPU (including overclocking) | High-end CPU/GPU |
| Reapplication Interval | Verify manufacturer-rated interval | Verify manufacturer-rated interval |
| Safety Notes | None | None |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Standard Paste |