Warlock Purple vs Quinacridone Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 9.9, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Quinacridone Magenta is more saturated than Warlock Purple.

Can I use Quinacridone Magenta instead of Warlock Purple?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 10). Quinacridone Magenta is more saturated than Warlock Purple.

Can I use Warlock Purple instead of Quinacridone Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Warlock Purple is 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.