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be quiet! DC2 Pro

Thermal PasteView on bequiet.com

Model:: be quiet! DC2 Pro
Compound Type:: Liquid Metal
Thermal Conductivity:: 80 W/mK
Electrical Conductivity:: Conductive (short-circuit risk)
Package Size:: Applicator kit (ml/g pending verification)
Recommended Use:: Delidded-Direct-Die (experienced builders only)
Reapplication Interval:: Long-lasting
Safety Notes:: Liquid metal: electrically conductive

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Manufacturer: be quiet! Last updated: September 10, 2026

be quiet! DC2 Pro (Liquid Metal/Conductive/80 W/mK/For Over 10 Applications) Review

DC2 Pro moves be quiet! into liquid metal territory, rated at 80 W/mK, a figure that puts it in the same class as Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut. The jump from DC2's carbon-based 7.5+ W/mK to DC2 Pro's 80 W/mK liquid metal formula is enormous, and it comes with the same short-circuit precautions every liquid metal compound requires.

Thermal Performance and Conductivity

At 80 W/mK, DC2 Pro matches Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut and sits far ahead of every carbon-based or silicone-based paste in this category, a real difference for high-TDP flagship CPUs and delidded setups.

Compound Type and Composition

A gallium-based liquid metal compound, the same category as Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, built for builders who specifically need liquid metal's conductivity ceiling rather than a marginal upgrade over carbon-based pastes.

Application and Consistency

be quiet! rates DC2 Pro for over 10 applications per kit, and liquid metal application demands more precision than paste: a thin, even layer applied with the included tools, avoiding contact with aluminum surfaces.

Electrical Safety

Conductive, carrying a genuine short-circuit risk if it contacts motherboard components or spreads beyond the intended contact area. This is not a beginner-friendly product regardless of its performance ceiling.

Longevity and Pump-Out Resistance

Liquid metal formulas generally offer strong long-term stability once applied correctly, though reapplication requires the same precision as the initial application. Manufacturer-rated interval should be confirmed against current be quiet! documentation.

Comparison to Sibling Products

Against Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, covered elsewhere on this site, both rate similarly on conductivity, with the choice coming down to brand preference and kit contents rather than a clear performance gap. Against be quiet!'s own DC2, the jump to DC2 Pro trades non-conductive safety for roughly 10x higher conductivity.

Who This Paste Is Actually For

Delidded CPUs and direct-die cooling setups where liquid metal's conductivity ceiling matters.

Experienced builders comfortable with liquid metal's application precision and short-circuit risk.

Not for: First-time builders or anyone uncomfortable with precision application near exposed components.

Not for: Aluminum coldplates or any surface where liquid metal compatibility is a concern; confirm compatibility before use.

Pending Verification

Package Size: Kit contents by ml/g not confirmed.

Specifications

Identity and form

Brand	be quiet!
Model	be quiet! DC2 Pro , DC2 Pro

Compound Type	Liquid Metal
Thermal Conductivity	80 W/mK
Electrical Conductivity	Conductive (short-circuit risk)
Package Size	Applicator kit (ml/g pending verification)
Recommended Use	Delidded-Direct-Die (experienced builders only)
Reapplication Interval	Long-lasting; requires careful reapplication
Safety Notes	Liquid metal: electrically conductive; do not use near exposed aluminum or bare-die edges
Paste Segment	Liquid Metal
Spec Score	4.1

Expert Review

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Best for

Delidded CPUs and direct-die cooling setups where liquid metal's conductivity ceiling matters.
Experienced builders comfortable with liquid metal's application precision and short-circuit risk.

Not for

First-time builders or anyone uncomfortable with precision application near exposed components.
Aluminum coldplates or any surface where liquid metal compatibility is a concern; confirm compatibility before use.

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the be quiet! DC2 Pro (Liquid Metal/Conductive/80 W/mK/For Over 10 Applications)?

The be quiet! DC2 Pro (Liquid Metal/Conductive/80 W/mK/For Over 10 Applications) is a thermal paste from be quiet!. Key specs: Compound Type Liquid Metal, Thermal Conductivity 80, Electrical Conductivity Conductive (short-circuit risk), Package Size Applicator kit (ml/g pending verification), Recommended Use Delidded-Direct-Die (experienced builders only).

Will the be quiet! DC2 Pro (Liquid Metal/Conductive/80 W/mK/For Over 10 Applications) work with my current setup?

The be quiet! DC2 Pro (Liquid Metal/Conductive/80 W/mK/For Over 10 Applications) lists Thermal Conductivity is 80. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the be quiet! DC2 Pro (Liquid Metal/Conductive/80 W/mK/For Over 10 Applications) best suited to?

It suits delidded cpus and direct-die cooling setups where liquid metal's conductivity ceiling matters., experienced builders comfortable with liquid metal's application precision and short-circuit risk..

What are the drawbacks of the be quiet! DC2 Pro (Liquid Metal/Conductive/80 W/mK/For Over 10 Applications)?

It is a poor fit for first-time builders or anyone uncomfortable with precision application near exposed components., aluminum coldplates or any surface where liquid metal compatibility is a concern; confirm compatibility before use..