NZXT

NZXT Kraken Elite 280 RGB V2 liquid cooler

  • Display typeLCD
  • Cable length0.6 m
  • Fan speed (max)2000
  • Fan connector8-pin
  • Fan bearing technologyFluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB)

The NZXT Kraken Elite 280 RGB V2 is an all-in-one liquid cooler built to handle serious cooling across Intel and AMD platforms. You get reliable thermal performance in a sleek black design, making it a smart buy for builders who want dependable cooling without the premium price tag.

  • 280mm radiator with dual 140mm fans delivers consistent heat dissipation for demanding workloads
  • Works with Intel LGA 1150, 1151, 1155, 1156, 1200, 1700, and 1851 sockets, plus AMD AM4 and AM5 — covers both current and recent-gen platforms
  • RGB lighting syncs with your case setup for a clean look without the complexity
  • Straightforward installation and proven reliability across multiple socket types

Description

Cooling that works across your builds

Whether you're upgrading an existing rig or building fresh, this cooler gives you broad compatibility and solid thermal results at a price that makes sense.

Specifications

General

BrandNZXT
Model nameKraken Elite 280 RGB
Product colourBlack
MaterialAluminium/Plastic
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Tube length400
Fan diameter140
Tube materialRubber
Number of LEDs8
Number of fans2
Radiator depth27
Radiator width321
Radiator height137
Illumination LEDYes
Waterblock depth93.5
Waterblock width93.5
Radiator materialAluminum
Suitable locationProcessor
Waterblock height65
Illumination colourMulti
Water block materialCopper/Plastic
Fan dimensions (W x D x H)280 x 26 x 140
Fan's mean time to failure (MTTF)60000
Warranty72 months
EAN5056547204161

Display

Display typeLCD
Built-in displayYes
Display size (HxV)69 x 69

Processor

Compatible processor seriesAMD Ryzen™ 3/AMD Ryzen™ 5/AMD Ryzen™ 7/Intel® Celeron®/Intel® Core™ i3/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i9/Intel® Pentium®
Supported processor socketsLGA 1150 (Socket H3)/LGA 1151 (Socket H4)/LGA 1155 (Socket H2)/LGA 1156 (Socket H)/LGA 1200 (Socket H5)/LGA 1700/LGA 1851/Socket AM4/Socket AM5

Ports

Fan connector8-pin

Battery & power

Cable length0.6 m
Fan current0.59
Fan voltage12
Pump current300
Pump voltage12
Fan power consumption7.08

Performance & capacities

Fan speed (max)2000
Fan speed (min)500
Maximum airflow98.61
Maximum air pressure3.2
Fan noise level (max)34.5
Pump motor speed (max)2800
Pump motor speed (min)1200

Features

Fan bearing technologyFluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB)
Pulse-width modulation (PWM) supportYes
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