Kraken Series

Kraken 280 RGB

Kraken 280 RGB

280mm AIO Liquid Cooler with LCD Display and RGB Fans

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Overview

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The Kraken delivers chillingly cool performance, an easy install, and a display screen for system specs or custom images.

  • Pump features an embedded 1.54” square LCD screen to display real-time system info or custom images
  • Screen supports the display of custom images, animated GIFs, and CAM system info with adjustable orientation
  • Powerful Asetek pump provides optimal cooling and up to 2,800 RPM whisper-quiet operation
  • Includes high-performance PWM fans with fluid dynamic bearings for optimal cooling
  • Includes F140/F120 RGB Core fans
  • Single breakout cable simplifies installation
  • Rubber tubing is reinforced with nylon-braided sleeves to prevent leaks
  • Control custom screen content, RGB, pump speed, and zero-noise fan curves with NZXT CAM software.

Inside the Box

  • Kraken 280 RGB1

  • F140 RGB Core Fans2

  • Installation Accessories1

  • RGB Controller1

  • Breakout cable set1

LCD Display

1.54" square LCD display with 240x240 resolution, 30 Hz refresh rate, and high brightness.

High-Performance Pump

The powerful Asetek pump circulates coolant efficiently and quietly.

Colorful Cooling

RGB Core Fans with fluid dynamic bearings provide powerful cooling and vivid RGB lighting.

Installation Made Easy

  • A single breakout cable from pump to motherboard streamlines installation.
  • Includes compatible mounting brackets for Intel (LGA 1700/1200/115X) and AMD processors (AM4, AM5).
  • Pre-applied NZXT High-Performance Thermal Paste.
  • Extended rubber tubing with durable nylon-braided sleeves for worry-free handling.

Tech Specs

Cap

  • Material:Aluminum and plastic

  • Display Orientation:Software adjustable Default, +90, +180, and -90 Degrees

  • Display Panel Active Area:1.54" (39.1mm)

  • Display Resolution:240 x 240 px

  • Display Brightness:300 cd/m²

  • Display Panel Type:Transmissive TFT, 262K color

Water Block

  • Dimensions:Diameter: 74.7mm H: 55.97mm

  • Material (Block):Copper

  • Material (Housing):Plastic

Pump

  • Motor Speed:800 - 2,800 ± 300RPM

  • Power:12V DC, 0.3A

Radiator

  • Dimensions:143mm x 315mm x 30mm

  • Material:Aluminum

Tube

  • Length:400mm

  • Material:Ultra-low Evaporation Rubber with Nylon Braided Sleeve

Fan Specs

  • Model:F140 RGB Core Fans

  • Quantity:2

  • Dimension:140 x 140 x 26mm

  • Speed:500-1,500 ± 150 RPM

  • Air Flow:90.79 CFM

  • Air Pressure:3.22 mm H2O

  • Noise:34.48 dBA

  • Bearing:Fluid Dynamic Bearing

  • Power Consumption:12 V DC, 0.24 A, 2.88 W

  • Connector:4-pin PWM

  • Life:60,000 hours / 6 Years

RGB Controller

  • Dimensions:63.2 x 53.2 x 12.8mm

  • Weight:52.8g

  • Mounting:Magnet and 3M Dual Lock

  • Connection Cables:1x USB 2.0 internal connector 1x SATA power cable

  • Input Connector:12V DC / 2.6A

  • RGB Lighting Channels:3

  • Output Channel Voltage:5V DC

  • NZXT RGB Channel Output LED Qty.:Up to 40 LEDs per channel and up to 120 LEDs combined total for the total 3 channels

Compatible Socket & CPU

  • Intel Socket:Intel Socket LGA 1851/1700 & 1200/115X

  • Intel:Intel Core i9 / Core i7 / Core i5 / Core i3 / Pentium / Celeron

  • AMD Socket:AMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4*, TR4* (*Threadripper bracket not included)

  • AMD:AMD Ryzen 9 / Ryzen 7 / Ryzen 5 / Ryzen 3 / Threadripper

General

  • Warranty:6 years

  • Model:RL-KR280-W1 (White) / RL-KR280-B1 (Black)

  • UPC:810074842754 (White) / 810074842761 (Black)

  • EAN:5056547202679 (White) / 5056547202686 (Black)

Questions And Answers

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Documentation

Download Multi-Language Manual pdf

Multi-Language Manual

8.7 MB(pdf)

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