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Kraken Elite 280 RGB

4.2
Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 Stars (78 Reviews)

280mm AIO Liquid Cooler with 2.72" IPS LCD & RGB

Sale price$274.99
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Color:White

Kraken Elite 280 RGB
Kraken Elite 280 RGB Sale price$274.99

Overview

Back and better than ever, the Kraken Elite is powered by the custom-designed NZXT Turbine pump, delivering a remarkable 10%* boost in CPU cooling performance. The stunning 2.72-inch IPS screen with a dynamic RGB ring offers limitless personalization options, making the Kraken Elite an eye-catching focal point for any build.

*Based on thermal resistance testing of Kraken Elite 240 RGB RGB (2024) vs. Kraken Elite 240 RGB RGB (2023) using the Intel Open Bench method.

  • Custom-designed NZXT Turbine pump delivers high flow rate and head pressure for powerful yet quiet CPU cooling.
  • Enjoy vivid visuals on the 2.72-inch IPS LCD with sharp 640x640 resolution, smooth 60 Hz refresh rate, and wide viewing angles.
  • Showcase your favorite GIF or image, track real-time system performance, and integrate with Spotify, YouTube, and more.
  • Customize the RGB ring with dynamic lighting effects or synchronize with on-screen content and other RGB devices.
  • RGB Core single-frame fan provides optimal airflow and vibrant lighting with streamlined connectivity.
  • Install easily with pre-applied thermal paste, a single breakout cable, and tool-free mounting brackets for the latest Intel® and AMD® CPU sockets.
  • Extended rubber tubing with braided sleeving ensures worry-free handling and long-term leak protection.

Kraken Elite 280 RGB

The Kraken Elite brings efficient, low-noise CPU cooling thanks to the NZXT Turbine Pump, while the 2.72-inch IPS LCD and RGB ring offer more ways to personalize your build’s centerpiece.

Powered by Turbine

Custom-designed for high flow rate and head pressure, the NZXT Turbine pump delivers powerful yet quiet CPU cooling.

A Breathtaking Display

Enjoy vivid visuals on the 2.72-inch IPS LCD with a 640 x 640 resolution, 60 Hz refresh rate, and wide viewing angles.

Boundless Possibilities

Display your favorite GIF or image, track real-time system performance, and integrate with Spotify and YouTube.

Radiate Your Style

Customize the RGB ring with dynamic lighting effects or synchronize with on-screen content and other RGB devices.

Brilliantly Simple

RGB Core single-frame fan provides optimal airflow and vibrant lighting with simplified connectivity.

Wide Compatibility

Includes tool-free mounting hardware for the latest Intel® and AMD® CPU sockets.

Intel® LGA 1851/1700, 1200/115X, AMD® AM5, AM4

Quicker Installation

Get up and running in no time with pre-applied thermal paste and a single breakout cable set.

Flexible & Durable

Extended rubber tubing with braided sleeving ensures worry-free handling and long-term leak protection.

Optimized Cold Plate

The split-flow cold plate allows coolant to move easily through the channels, ensuring even distribution across your AMD or Intel CPU surface for quick and efficient heat dissipation.

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)
4.2
Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars
Based on 78 reviews
79%would recommend these products
Total 5 star reviews: 53 Total 4 star reviews: 9 Total 3 star reviews: 3 Total 2 star reviews: 2 Total 1 star reviews: 11
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78 reviews
  • EF
    Erou F.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 19, 2025
    Impressive

    It's great, trust me.

  • JR
    john r.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    May 13, 2025
    Nzxt 360

    Very nice cooler picture is sharp and large I’ve have always used Nzxt in several systems tks for another great unit 👍

  • GL
    Greg L.
    Verified Buyer
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    May 8, 2025
    Was missing simple part and NZXT refused to send.

    The kit was missing one of the four AMD 5 standoffs (about $0.05 worth of plastic). I had a limited window in which to build my computer and I needed it so I rigged the heat plate, which seemed to work fine but I was worried about lack of contact. I reached out to NZXT support hoping they could send the part and I could quickly reinstall the AIO, but they said I simply had to buy a whole bracketing kit from a third party seller in order to get the standoff. I complained and they offered to replace my AIO entirely, but they required me to send in the AIO I had before they would send a new one (note, other companies deal with this issue with a simple credit card charge that gets refunded when the unit gets sent in). I would have had to go without a computer for probably a week or two which was not feasible. Also the replacement of the whole unit seemed wasteful since I only needed one little piece of plastic. Overall terrible experience and I will not be buying anything from NZXT ever again because I ended up having to order the part myself which cost $15 as a kit plus $20 in shipping charges.

  • XS
    Xaviere S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 5, 2025
    Great Product

    Yes I like it.

  • L
    Leonard
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 3, 2025
    5 Stars

    I ordered black i thought but it came white. I actually like the contrast.

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