Upgrade your rig with the NZXT Kraken Elite 280 RGB and experience a cooling solution that looks as powerful as it performs. This all‑in‑one liquid cooler delivers a 10% boost in CPU cooling, keeping your system stable even under heavy loads. With its striking 2.72‑inch IPS display and vibrant RGB ring, you’ll turn heads while your PC stays cool.
NZXT Kraken Elite 280 RGB, All-in-one liquid cooler, 14 cm, KR28E-W2, White
Powered by NZXT’s custom Turbine pump, the Kraken Elite pushes coolant through a copper water block at up to 2800 RPM, while the dual 140 mm fans spin from 500 to 2000 RPM for optimal airflow. The Fluid Dynamic Bearing fans run quietly, with a maximum noise level of 34.5 dB, and the PWM support lets you fine‑tune performance in your BIOS or software.
The sleek white chassis houses an LCD screen (69 × 69 mm) surrounded by an 8‑LED RGB ring, giving you limitless color customization. The built‑in display shows temperature, pump speed, or any custom graphic you choose, turning your cooler into a visual centerpiece.
Benefits
- 10% higher CPU cooling performance thanks to the Turbine pump.
- Quiet operation with Fluid Dynamic Bearing fans and low 34.5 dB max noise.
- Fully customizable RGB lighting and LCD display for a personalized look.
- Wide compatibility with AMD Ryzen™ and Intel® Core™ processors across multiple sockets.
Uses of the product
- High‑performance gaming PCs that demand reliable thermal management.
- Workstations running intensive rendering or simulation tasks.
- Custom builds where aesthetics and RGB lighting are a priority.
- Overclocked systems that need consistent, low‑temperature cooling.
Features
- Custom‑designed NZXT Turbine pump with a maximum speed of 2800 RPM.
- Dual 14 cm fans with PWM control, 2000 RPM max, delivering 98.61 CFM airflow.
- 2.72‑inch IPS LCD screen and 8‑LED RGB ring with multi‑color illumination.
- Aluminum radiator and copper water block with a 40 cm rubber tube for durability.
Specifications
| Performance |
| Fan's mean time to failure (MTTF) |
60000 h |
| Fan speed (max) |
2000 RPM |
| Fan speed (min) |
500 RPM |
| Pump motor speed (max) |
2800 RPM |
| Pump motor speed (min) |
1200 RPM |
| Quantity per pack |
1 pc(s) |
| Fan bearing technology |
Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) |
| Fan noise level (max) |
34.5 dB |
| Pulse-width modulation (PWM) support |
Yes |
| Maximum air pressure |
3.2 mmH2O |
| Maximum airflow |
98.61 cfm |
| Compatible processor series |
AMD 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 sockets |
Intel LGA1851, LGA 1150 (Socket H3), LGA 1151 (Socket H4), LGA 1155 (Socket H2), LGA 1156 (Socket H), LGA 1200 (Socket H5), LGA 1700, Socket AM4, Socket AM5 |
| Fan diameter |
14 cm |
| Type |
All-in-one liquid cooler |
| Suitable location |
Processor |
| Design |
| Display size (HxV) |
69 x 69 mm |
| Display type |
LCD |
| Water block material |
Copper/Plastic |
| Fan connector |
8-pin |
| Illumination colour |
Multi |
| Number of LEDs |
8 |
| Illumination LED |
Yes |
| Number of fans |
2 fan(s) |
| Radiator material |
Aluminum |
| Material |
Aluminium, Plastic |
| Product colour |
White |
| Power |
| Fan current |
0.59 A |
| Fan voltage |
12 V |
| Pump current |
300 mA |
| Pump voltage |
12 V |
| Fan power consumption |
7.08 W |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Cable length |
0.6 m |
| Fan dimensions (W x D x H) |
280 x 26 x 140 mm |
| Waterblock height |
6.5 cm |
| Waterblock depth |
9.35 cm |
| Waterblock width |
9.35 cm |
| Tube length |
40 cm |
| Radiator height |
13.7 cm |
| Radiator depth |
2.7 cm |
| Radiator width |
32.1 cm |
| Other features |
| Built-in display |
Yes |
| Tube material |
Rubber |
