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White 280 mm AIO with 1.54 inch LCD pump head and two 140 mm fans

NZXT

NZXT Kraken RGB 280 RL-KR280-W1 liquid cooler

SKU CH-2M8M-9KQ21 MPN RL-KR280-W1

A 280 mm liquid CPU cooler with a 1.54" LCD screen, two 140 mm PWM fans and a copper cold plate for Intel LGA 1700 and AMD AM5 sockets

  • TypeLiquid Cooling System
  • Block CompatibilityIntel Socket LGA 1700 & 1200/115X AMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4
  • Block Compatibility - AMDAMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4*, TR4* (*Threadripper bracket not
  • Block Compatibility - IntelIntel Socket LGA 1700 & 1200/115X
  • Block Dim.Diameter: 74.7mm H: 55.97mm
  • Block MaterialCopper

Fan Size 2 Fan Slots (140mm)

  • 2 Fan Slots (140mm)
  • 2 Fan Slots (120mm)
  • 3 Fan Slots (120mm)

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

Color White

  • Black
  • White

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Real-time system stats on a 1.54" LCD display
  • Quiet cooling with F RGB fans at 34.48 dBA
  • Simple install via single breakout cable and nylon-braided sleeves
  • CAM software control with 0 RPM mode for silent operation
  • 280 mm radiator with 7th gen Asetek pump at 2800 RPM

Liquid CPU Cooler with LCD Screen

The NZXT Kraken RGB 280 is an all-in-one liquid cooler built for Intel LGA 1700, 1200 and 115X sockets plus AMD AM5, AM4 and Threadripper platforms. A 1.54 inch circular LCD on the pump head shows real-time system data or custom images through NZXT CAM software. Two 140 mm fans mount on a 315 mm long radiator to handle high thermal loads in a white finish.

Reinforced Tubing and Single Breakout Cable

The cold plate uses a copper base while the radiator is aluminium, measuring 143 by 315 by 30 mm. Reinforced nylon-braided sleeves protect the liquid tubes during handling and routing. A single breakout cable connects the pump, fans and LCD to the motherboard, reducing cable clutter. Fluid dynamic bearing fans run between 500 and 1500 RPM with a maximum noise level of 34.48 dBA.

Check Clearance and Threadripper Bracket

Verify that your case fits a 315 mm radiator with 30 mm thickness and two 140 mm fan slots before ordering. The pump block measures 74.7 mm in diameter and 55.97 mm in height, so confirm CPU socket area clearance. Threadripper sTRX4 and TR4 sockets require a separate mounting bracket that is not included in the box. Ensure your motherboard has a 4-pin PWM header for fan control.

Highlights

  • Real-time system stats on a 1.54" LCD display
  • Quiet cooling with F RGB fans at 34.48 dBA
  • Simple install via single breakout cable and nylon-braided sleeves
  • CAM software control with 0 RPM mode for silent operation
  • 280 mm radiator with 7th gen Asetek pump at 2800 RPM

Specifications

BrandNZXT
SeriesKraken
ModelKraken RGB 280 White
Part NumberRL-KR280-W1
TypeLiquid Cooling System
Block CompatibilityIntel Socket LGA 1700 & 1200/115X
AMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4*, TR4* (*Threadripper bracket not included)
Block Compatibility - AMDAMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4*, TR4* (*Threadripper bracket not included)
Block Compatibility - IntelIntel Socket LGA 1700 & 1200/115X
Block Dim.Diameter: 74.7mm H: 55.97mm
Block MaterialCopper
Radiator Size143 x 315 x 30mm
Radiator MaterialAluminum
Fan Size2 Fan Slots (140 mm)
Fan Dim.140 x 140 x 26mm
Bearing TypeFluid Dynamic Bearing
Fan RPM500 – 1500 ± 150 RPM
Fan Air Flow90.79 CFM
Fan Noise34.48 dBA
Fan Connector4-pin PWM
ColorWhite
LED ColorRGB
FeaturesThe Kraken delivers chillingly cool performance, an easy install, and a display screen for system specs or custom images.
Shipping weight2.27 kg
Package size432 × 203 × 152 mm

Questions about this item

What fan connector does the Kraken RGB 280 use and what speed range does it support?

The two 140 mm fans connect via 4-pin PWM and run between 500 and 1500 RPM with a tolerance of ±150 RPM.

What radiator dimensions and case clearance does the 280 mm cooler require?

The radiator measures 315 mm long, 143 mm wide and 30 mm thick, so the case must fit a dual 140 mm radiator with that thickness.

How is the pump powered and which CAM setting silences the fans at idle?

A single breakout cable powers the 7th-gen Asetek pump at 2800 RPM; enable 0 RPM mode in NZXT CAM to stop the fans completely at low temperatures.

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