NZXT Kraken 280 RGB 240mm AIO CPU cooler with dual 120mm fans, 280mm radiator, and RGB lighting. Compatible with AM4, AM5, LGA 1700, and more. Includes mounting bracket.
NZXT Kraken 280 RGB – High-Performance 240mm CPU Water Cooler
The NZXT Kraken 280 RGB is a 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler designed for demanding desktop processors. It combines a large 280mm radiator with two high-static-pressure fans and an integrated RGB lighting hub for both thermal performance and visual customisation.
280mm radiator with dual 120mm fans delivers superior heat dissipation for high-TDP CPUs
Broad socket compatibility including AM4, AM5, LGA 1700, LGA 1200, and Intel LGA 115x series
Integrated RGB lighting with NZXT CAM software control for customisable colour effects
Includes mounting bracket for AMD AM4/AM5 and Intel LGA 1150–1700 sockets
What sets the Kraken 280 RGB apart
The Kraken 280 balances cooling capacity with compact fitability in most mid-tower and full-tower cases. The 280mm radiator surface area provides ample thermal headroom for overclocked processors, while the slim fan profile maintains airflow across adjacent components. NZXT's CAM software enables real-time fan-speed and RGB control from a single interface.
Ideal for...
Enthusiast builders and workstation users running high-wattage processors such as Intel Core i9 or AMD Ryzen 9 series. The cooler is well suited for systems where sustained multi-core loads demand efficient thermal management without the bulk of a custom loop.
Application of NZXT Kraken 280 RGB
Mount the radiator in a top or front case exhaust position using the included brackets. Connect the fan hub to a SYS_FAN header on the motherboard, then configure profiles through NZXT CAM. The cooler supports standard 240mm radiator mounting points found in the majority of ATX and mATX cases.
NZXT is a US-based computer hardware manufacturer specialising in PC cases, cooling solutions, and accessories. Known for the Kraken and HUE 2 product lines, the brand focuses on combining functional cooling performance with modular RGB lighting. NZXT products are distributed in European markets through authorised resellers and are available in multiple languages.
The cooler supports AMD AM4 and AM5 sockets as well as Intel LGA 1150, LGA 1151, LGA 1155, LGA 1156, LGA 1200, LGA 1700, LGA 2066, sTRX4, and TR4 sockets. The included mounting bracket covers the most common desktop platforms.
A 280mm radiator provides approximately 30% more surface area than a 240mm unit, translating to measurably lower CPU temperatures under sustained load. This makes the Kraken 280 particularly suitable for processors with high thermal design power.
Yes. The integrated RGB hub connects to NZXT CAM software, allowing users to adjust colour profiles, lighting effects, and fan curves from a single application. The lighting is synchronised across the two fans and the pump head.
The package contains the Kraken 280 radiator unit with two 120mm fans, a mounting bracket set for AMD and Intel sockets, thermal paste pre-applied on the cold plate, and a fan hub cable.
NZXT provides a 72-month manufacturer warranty on the Kraken 280 RGB, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use conditions.
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