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Alphacool Subzero vs Prolimatech PK-3 Nano Aluminum: Comparison

Alphacool Subzero and Prolimatech PK-3 Nano Aluminum separate most on thermal conductivity: Alphacool Subzero at 16 W/mK, Prolimatech PK-3 Nano Aluminum at 11.2 W/mK, 30% in favour of Alphacool Subzero. They match on 4 other specifications, including electrical conductivity, reapplication interval and safety notes.

Specs

Specification
Alphacool Subzero (High-Performance Silicone-Based/Non-Conductive/16 W/mK)
Alphacool Subzero
Prolimatech PK-3 Nano Aluminum (Aluminum Nano-Particle Based/Non-Conductive/High-Grade Compound)
Prolimatech PK-3 Nano Aluminum
Compound TypeHigh-Performance Silicone-BasedAluminum Nano-Particle
BrandAlphacoolProlimatech
ModelAlphacool Subzero , SubzeroProlimatech PK-3 Nano Aluminum , PK-3
Thermal Conductivity16 W/mK11.2 W/mK-30%
Electrical ConductivityInsulatingInsulating
Package Size1g / 3.5g / 20g tubes1.5g / 5g / 30g tubes
Recommended UseHigh-end CPU/GPU (including overclocking)Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU
Reapplication IntervalVerify manufacturer-rated intervalVerify manufacturer-rated interval
Safety NotesNoneNone
Paste SegmentStandard PasteStandard Paste

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