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be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 6 vs NZXT Kraken 240: Comparison
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 6 and NZXT Kraken 240 separate most on height: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 6 at 169 mm, NZXT Kraken 240 at 27 mm, 526% in favour of NZXT Kraken 240. Warranty splits them by another 50%, again favouring NZXT Kraken 240. They match on 4 other specifications, including fan count, rgb lighting and max speed.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | NZXT |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | AIO Liquid |
| Series | be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 6 | NZXT Kraken 240 |
| Model Number | BK048 | RL-KN240-B1 |
| Height | 169 mm-526% | 27 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X | AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X |
| Fan Count | 2 | 2 |
| Noise Level | 32.4 dBA+2.4 dBA | 30 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Max Speed | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Lighting | None | None |
| Warranty | 3 years-50% | 6 years |
| Fans | 1x 135mm + 1x 120mm Silent Wings PWM | 2x NZXT F120P, 120mm |
| Special Features | Semi-Passive Quiet Mode (Full Fan Stop), Performance/Quiet Toggle Switch, Height-Adjustable Front Fan | NZXT CAM Software Integration |
| Source URL | https://www.bequiet.com/en/cpucooler/7322 | https://nzxt.com/products/kraken-240 |
Verdict
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.