Mindcrime Magenta vs Sunset Red

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sunset Red is more muted than Mindcrime Magenta.

Can I use Sunset Red instead of Mindcrime Magenta?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Sunset Red is more muted than Mindcrime Magenta.

Can I use Mindcrime Magenta instead of Sunset Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mindcrime Magenta is more saturated.

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.