Key Specifications
Choose one or multiple features to search for items that have the same specifications.| Technical details | |
| Warranty period | 6 year(s) |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight | 1.56 kg |
| Fan thickness | 2.6 cm |
| Radiator width | 14.3 cm |
| Radiator depth | 31.5 cm |
| Radiator height | 3 cm |
| Tube length | 40 cm |
| Fan dimensions (W x D x H) | 140 x 140 x 26 mm |
| Waterblock width | 8.19 cm |
| Waterblock depth | 8.19 cm |
| Waterblock height | 5.95 cm |
| Energy management | |
| Power consumption (typical) | 3.36 W |
| Rated current | 0.28 A |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Pump voltage | 12 V |
| Pump current | 300 mA |
| Fan voltage | 12 V |
| Fan current | 0.28 A |
| Rated voltage | 12 V |
| Fan power consumption | 3.6 W |
| Pump power consumption | 3.6 W |
| Packaging content | |
| Mounting kit | ![]() |
| CPU socket spacer(s) | ![]() |
| CPU bracket(s) | ![]() |
| RGB controller included | ![]() |
| Other features | |
| Built-in display | ![]() |
| Number of fans supported | 2 |
| Thermal grease | ![]() |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Black |
| Number of fans | 2 fan(s) |
| Base plate material | Copper |
| Display type | TFT-LCD |
| Water block material | Copper/Plastic |
| Radiator material | Aluminum |
| Illumination LED | ![]() |
| Fan controller | ![]() |
| Performance | |
| Type | All-in-one liquid cooler |
| Compatible processor series | AMD Ryzen™ 3, AMD Ryzen™ 5, AMD Ryzen™ 7, AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™, Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i9, Intel® Pentium® |
| Fan diameter | 14 cm |
| Supported processor sockets | LGA 1200 (Socket H5), LGA 1700, Socket AM4, Socket AM5, Socket TR4, Socket sTRX4 |
| Suitable location | Processor |
| Maximum airflow | 99.68 cfm |
| Minimum airflow (imperial) | 33.22 cfm |
| Minimum air pressure | 0.91 mmH2O |
| Maximum air pressure | 2.75 mmH2O |
| Noise level (low speed) | 19.4 dB |
| Noise level (high speed) | 32.1 dB |
| Pump motor speed (max) | 2800 RPM |
| Pump motor speed | 800 RPM |
| Pump motor speed (min) | 800 RPM |
| Fan speed (max) | 1500 RPM |
| Fan speed (min) | 500 RPM |
| Rotational speed (min) | 500 RPM |
| Bearing type | Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
| Fan noise level (max) | 32.1 dB |
| Pulse-width modulation (PWM) support | ![]() |
| Pump connector | 4-pin |
| Fan static pressure | 2.75 mmH2O |
| Fan's mean time to failure (MTTF) | 60000 h |
| Fan 2 rotational speed (max) | 1500 RPM |
| Fan bearing technology | Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) |
| EAN | 5056547202211 |
The NZXT Kraken Elite 280mm is a liquid CPU cooler engineered for thermal performance and extensive system personalization. Its most prominent feature is a 2.36-inch wide-angle LCD screen on the pump housing, which supports the display of custom GIFs, static images, or real-time system performance metrics. All display customization and performance monitoring are managed centrally through the NZXT CAM software interface. This cooler is intended for PC builders who require effective heat dissipation while incorporating a configurable, high-resolution display into their system.
This all-in-one cooling system is built around a high-performance Asetek pump to ensure consistent and reliable coolant circulation. Heat is transferred from the copper baseplate to a 280mm aluminum radiator and dissipated by two 140mm F140P static pressure fans. These fans are designed to move air effectively through the radiator's dense fin stack, even at lower rotational speeds. For durability and minimal coolant loss, the unit features 400mm ultra-low evaporation rubber tubing with a protective nylon braided sleeve, and a single breakout cable simplifies the installation process.
Key Features:- 2.36-inch wide-angle LCD screen on the pump head
- Seventh-generation Asetek pump for coolant circulation
- Two 140mm F140P static pressure PWM fans
- Fan rotational speed from 500 to 1500 RPM
- Pump motor speed from 800 to 2800 RPM
- 280mm aluminum radiator with a copper cold plate
- Supports Intel LGA 1700/1200/115X and AMD AM5/AM4 sockets
- Full control provided through NZXT CAM software
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- manual pdf (English)

