NZXT
NZXT Kraken Core 240 RGB
A entry-level cpu cooler for PC builders, leading with 240mm AIO.
51/100
240mm AIO240 mmLGA 1851AM5
£69.85best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- RGB
- Scores 51/100
- Below-average radiator size
Score profile
Scored against the cpu coolers classWhere the NZXT Kraken Core 240 RGB wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Type and dimensions
Cooler type240
Radiator size240 mm
Performance
Max fan RPM3100
Compatibility
Intel socketsLGA 1851
AMD socketsAM5
Features and aesthetics
RGBYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowNZXT Kraken Core 240 RGB vs Noctua Noctua NH-D15S chromax.black
NZXT Kraken Core 240 RGBNoctua NH-D15S chromax.black
| NZXTNZXT Kraken Core 240 RGBThis page | NoctuaNoctua NH-D15S chromax.black | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51 /100 | 51 /100 |
| Cooler type | 240 | Air |
| Radiator size | 240 mm | — |
| Max rpm | 3100 | — |
Who it's for
Is the NZXT Kraken Core 240 RGB right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable cpu cooler for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier cpu cooler is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the NZXT Kraken Core 240 RGB worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 51/100 against other cpu coolers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the NZXT Kraken Core 240 RGB?
Its rgb stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the AQUA ELITE 360 V3?
The AQUA ELITE 360 V3 scores 52/100 versus this one at 51/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
