Argos → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Argos (SW 7065), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Argos
If you love Sherwin Williams Argos but need a Benjamin Moore alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Argos (SW 7065) is a medium gray with cool neutral gray undertones. A cool, clean light gray. Named for the ancient Greek city. One of SW's most reliably neutral grays. It just looks like gray, period. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 54) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Argos and every Benjamin Moore color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Benjamin Moore option is Coventry Gray (HC-169) with a Delta E of 3, which is a "good match" level match. Coventry Gray is very close. Both are clean, neutral light grays. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Argos
Coventry Gray is very close. Both are clean, neutral light grays.
| Argos | Coventry Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 54 | 46.84 |
| Hex | #C8C6C2 | #C0BEB9 |
| Undertone | Cool Neutral Gray | Cool Neutral |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Argos has cool neutral gray undertones. A cool, clean light gray. Named for the ancient Greek city. One of SW's most reliably neutral grays. It just looks like gray, period.
Coventry Gray has cool neutral undertones. A balanced mid-tone gray with minimal undertone. One of BM's most neutral grays. Neither warm nor cool, just gray.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Argos in Your Room
Neutral in all conditions. Does not pull warm, cool, pink, green, or purple. Under warm light it stays gray. Under cool light it stays gray. The most boring answer is sometimes the right one.
Coventry Gray in Your Room
Stays remarkably neutral in all lighting. One of the few grays that doesn't pull pink, green, or purple. Clean and contemporary.
LRV and Brightness
Argos has an LRV of 54, while Coventry Gray has an LRV of 46.84. That means Argos reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Argos will make the space feel brighter and more open than Coventry Gray. If you are switching to the Benjamin Moore option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Argos
Sherwin Williams recommends Argos for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, office, living room. With an LRV of 54, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Coventry Gray is recommended for: living room, bedroom, office, hallway, bathroom. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Argos (SW 7065) is Coventry Gray (HC-169) with a Delta E of 3, which rates as a "good match" match. Coventry Gray is very close. Both are clean, neutral light grays. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Argos is a Sherwin Williams color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 54. Coventry Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with cool neutral undertones and an LRV of 46.84. With a Delta E of 3, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.