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AMD Wraith Prism vs NZXT Kraken 240: Comparison
AMD Wraith Prism vs NZXT Kraken 240: the height difference
Start with height, because it is the widest measured gap between them: AMD Wraith Prism 93 mm against NZXT Kraken 240 27 mm, 244% in favour of NZXT Kraken 240. Add fan count to that, 1 on the AMD Wraith Prism versus 2 on the NZXT Kraken 240, and the pattern holds. AMD Wraith Prism also leads on max speed, 2800 RPM on the AMD Wraith Prism versus 2000 RPM on the NZXT Kraken 240.
Who each one is for
it is not the pick for overclocking or sustained heavy workloads and noise-sensitive builds. The same goes for budget builds using the CPU it was bundled with at stock clocks. It is not the one for anyone buying a cooler separately, where budget aftermarket options perform better for similar or less money. Take the NZXT Kraken 240 for NZXT ecosystem buyers who want CAM software integration without flagship Kraken pricing. It also earns its place with mid-tier builds needing roughly 230W of headroom in a compact 240mm radiator. Avoid it for buyers chasing the best value-per-degree, where the Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240, covered elsewhere on this site, cools more for less. Our rating of the AMD Wraith Prism (6.5/10): A genuinely decent bundled cooler for its era, worth keeping for a budget build but not worth buying separately once you compare it to current low-cost aftermarket coolers. Our rating of the NZXT Kraken 240 (7.8/10): A sensible, well-built mid-tier AIO for NZXT ecosystem buyers who don't need RGB or a display.
Frequently asked questions
Do the AMD Wraith Prism and NZXT Kraken 240 differ on noise level?
Yes. Noise Level reads 42 dBA on the AMD Wraith Prism versus 30 dBA on the NZXT Kraken 240.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- AMD Wraith Prism
- AMD
- NZXT Kraken 240
- NZXT
Cooler Type
- AMD Wraith Prism
- Stock Cooler
- NZXT Kraken 240
- AIO Liquid
Series
- AMD Wraith Prism
- AMD Wraith Prism
- NZXT Kraken 240
- NZXT Kraken 240
Model Number
- AMD Wraith Prism
- Wraith Prism
- NZXT Kraken 240
- RL-KN240-B1
Height
- AMD Wraith Prism
- 93 mm-244%
- NZXT Kraken 240
- 27 mmBest
Socket Compatibility
- AMD Wraith Prism
- AMD AM4
- NZXT Kraken 240
- AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X
Fan Count
- AMD Wraith Prism
- 1-50%
- NZXT Kraken 240
- 2Best
Noise Level
- AMD Wraith Prism
- 42 dBA
- NZXT Kraken 240
- 30 dBABest
RGB Lighting
- AMD Wraith Prism
- Yes
- NZXT Kraken 240
- No
Max Speed
- AMD Wraith Prism
- 2800 RPMBest
- NZXT Kraken 240
- 2000 RPM-29%
Lighting
- AMD Wraith Prism
- RGB
- NZXT Kraken 240
- None
Which one should you pick?
Choose AMD Wraith Prism if you want the higher max speed (2800 RPM vs 2000 RPM).
Choose NZXT Kraken 240 if you want the lower height (27 mm vs 93 mm), the higher fan count (2 vs 1) and the lower noise level (30 dBA vs 42 dBA).
Price comparison
| Retailer | AMD Wraith Prism | NZXT Kraken 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
AMD Wraith Prism
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely decent bundled cooler for its era, worth keeping for a budget build but not worth buying separately once you compare it to current low-cost aftermarket coolers.
NZXT Kraken 240
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible, well-built mid-tier AIO for NZXT ecosystem buyers who don't need RGB or a display.