NZXT

NZXT Kraken 240

Expert rating7.8 / 10

CPU CoolersView on nzxt.com

Model:: NZXT Kraken 240
Cooler Type:: AIO Liquid
Radiator Size:: 240mm
Height:: 27mm
Socket Compatibility:: AMD AM4/AM5
Fan Count:: 2
TDP Rating:: 230W
Noise Level:: 27.9dBA
RGB Lighting:: No

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Manufacturer: NZXT Last updated: September 12, 2026

NZXT Kraken 240 (240mm AIO Liquid/Minimalist Design/NZXT CAM/Reliable Mid-Tier) Review

The NZXT Kraken 240 strips away the display and premium ARGB fans of NZXT's higher-tier Kraken models, keeping the brand's minimalist aesthetic and NZXT CAM software integration on a straightforward 240mm radiator, aimed at mid-tier builds that want NZXT's ecosystem without flagship pricing.

Thermal Performance

A 240mm radiator and NZXT's pump platform handle roughly 230W of TDP, solid mid-tier performance suited to mainstream and moderately overclocked builds rather than extreme flagship chips.

Design and Build

NZXT's clean, minimalist pump-head design and matte finish carry over from the pricier Kraken Elite and Kraken Plus models, without the LCD or extensive ARGB lighting those models add.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the NZXT Kraken Plus RGB, covered elsewhere on this site, the Kraken Plus steps up to a 360mm radiator and adds RGB lighting for a price premium, while this Kraken 240 is the more compact, more affordable entry into the same ecosystem. Against the Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240, also covered elsewhere on this site, the Arctic generally cools better for less money, while the Kraken 240 wins on NZXT CAM software polish and case-matching aesthetics.

Specifications

Identity

Brand	NZXT
Series	NZXT Kraken 240
Model Number	RL-KN240-B1

Design

Cooler Type	AIO Liquid
Radiator Size	240 mm
Height	27 mm
Socket Compatibility	AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X

Performance

Fan Count	2
Noise Level	30 dBA
RGB Lighting	No

Liquid loop hardware

Radiator Thickness	27 mm
Tube Length	400 mm
Pump Max Speed	2800 RPM

Fans

Fan Size	120 mm
Max Speed	2000 RPM
Airflow	73.47 CFM
Static Pressure	4.5 mmH2O

Lighting and display

Lighting	None
Display Type	LCD
Display Size	1.54 in

Ownership

Warranty	6 years

Pump	NZXT Turbine
Fans	2x NZXT F120P, 120mm
Special Features	NZXT CAM Software Integration
Source URL	https://nzxt.com/products/kraken-240

Expert Review

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7.8 / 10

A sensible, well-built mid-tier AIO for NZXT ecosystem buyers who don't need RGB or a display.

Best for

NZXT ecosystem buyers who want CAM software integration without flagship Kraken pricing.
Mid-tier builds needing roughly 230W of headroom in a compact 240mm radiator.
Buyers who prefer NZXT's minimalist matte aesthetic without RGB or a display.

Not for

Not for buyers chasing the best value-per-degree, where the Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240, covered elsewhere on this site, cools more for less.
Not for buyers who want RGB lighting, where the NZXT Kraken Plus RGB, covered elsewhere on this site, adds it.
Not for the heaviest overclocking, where a 360mm or larger radiator offers more headroom.

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the NZXT Kraken 240 (240mm AIO Liquid/Minimalist Design/NZXT CAM/Reliable Mid-Tier)?

The NZXT Kraken 240 (240mm AIO Liquid/Minimalist Design/NZXT CAM/Reliable Mid-Tier) is a CPU cooler from NZXT. Key specs: Cooler Type AIO Liquid, Radiator Size 240, Height 27mm, Socket Compatibility AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/1200, Fan Count 2.

Will the NZXT Kraken 240 (240mm AIO Liquid/Minimalist Design/NZXT CAM/Reliable Mid-Tier) work with my current setup?

The NZXT Kraken 240 (240mm AIO Liquid/Minimalist Design/NZXT CAM/Reliable Mid-Tier) lists Socket Compatibility is AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/1200. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the NZXT Kraken 240 (240mm AIO Liquid/Minimalist Design/NZXT CAM/Reliable Mid-Tier) best suited to?

It suits nzxt ecosystem buyers who want cam software integration without flagship kraken pricing., mid-tier builds needing roughly 230w of headroom in a compact 240mm radiator., buyers who prefer nzxt's minimalist matte aesthetic without rgb or a display..

What are the drawbacks of the NZXT Kraken 240 (240mm AIO Liquid/Minimalist Design/NZXT CAM/Reliable Mid-Tier)?

It is a poor fit for not for buyers chasing the best value-per-degree, where the arctic liquid freezer iii 240, covered elsewhere on this site, cools more for less., not for buyers who want rgb lighting, where the nzxt kraken plus rgb, covered elsewhere on this site, adds it., not for the heaviest overclocking, where a 360mm or larger radiator offers more headroom..