Orange Magma vs Faded Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 14.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Faded Orange is a little darker, more saturated than Orange Magma.

Can I use Faded Orange instead of Orange Magma?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Faded Orange is a little darker, more saturated than Orange Magma.

Can I use Orange Magma instead of Faded Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Orange Magma is a little lighter, more muted.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.