NZXT
NZXT Kraken Elite 360
The NZXT Kraken Elite 360 lands as a solid mid-range cpu cooler, built around 360mm AIO.
56/100
360mm AIO360 mm
£247best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- LCD pump screen
- Above-average radiator size
- Below-average max fan rpm
Score profile
Scored against the cpu coolers classWhere the NZXT Kraken Elite 360 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Type and dimensions
Cooler type360
Radiator size360 mm
Performance
Max fan RPM2800
Features and aesthetics
LCD pump screenYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowNZXT Kraken Elite 360 vs TR-Hyper TR-Hyper Vision 360 UB ARGB CPU Water Cooler
NZXT Kraken Elite 360TR-Hyper Vision 360 UB ARGB CPU Water Cooler
| NZXTNZXT Kraken Elite 360This page | TR-HyperTR-Hyper Vision 360 UB ARGB CPU Water Cooler | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56 /100 | 56 /100 |
| Cooler type | 360 | 360 |
| Radiator size | 360 mm | 360 mm |
| Max rpm | 2800 | 6400Better |
Who it's for
Is the NZXT Kraken Elite 360 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 Elite 360 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 56/100 against other cpu coolers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the NZXT Kraken Elite 360?
Its lcd pump screen stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the FW 360 Ultra ARGB?
The FW 360 Ultra ARGB scores 57/100 versus this one at 56/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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