Graphite Green vs Armor Green

How close are they?

ΔE 11.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Armor Green is noticeably darker, more saturated than Graphite Green.

Can I use Armor Green instead of Graphite Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Armor Green is noticeably darker, more saturated than Graphite Green.

Can I use Graphite Green instead of Armor Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Graphite Green is noticeably 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.