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NZXT Kraken Elite 360

AIO Liquid Cooler

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NZXT Kraken Elite 360
CONSIDER
  • No real owner data yet — the verdict stays cautious
Great choice if these matter:
  • Showcase builds where the pump display is part of the design
  • NZXT CAM ecosystem users who want one app for the whole build
  • Builders upgrading straight to Arrow Lake who want confirmed LGA1851 mounting
Watch out for:
  • At $299.99 it costs well above screen-less 360 mm AIOs for the display alone
  • CAM software is a real dependency — the screen and lighting want it installed and running
Launch price $300 (US)
Regret riskLOWlimited data
Main risks
  • At $299.99 it costs well above screen-less 360 mm AIOs for the display alone
  • CAM software is a real dependency — the screen and lighting want it installed and running
  • No published thermal-capacity (W) rating from NZXT, so buyers must rely on independent reviews to judge headroom
  • The pump cable bundle is thicker with the screen data line, slightly more to route than a plain AIO
The risk level is computed from the release date, verified weaknesses and real owner reports. The confidence score only appears once real owner data exists.
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Who Is It For?

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Showcase builds where the pump display is part of the design

Great fit
NZXT CAM ecosystem users who want one app for the whole build

Great fit
Builders upgrading straight to Arrow Lake who want confirmed LGA1851 mounting

Great fit
Editorial Analysis

Strengths and points to consider

Compiled by the Kacbu editorial team from spec sheets, independent press reviews and reported user feedback.

Strengths based on the specs
The pump LCD is a genuine display, not a gimmick strip — live stats, GIFs or custom images
CAM software ties fan curves, lighting and the screen into one control panel
Confirmed compatible with LGA1851 using the same LGA1700 bracket — no separate mounting kit to buy
Three RGB Core fans give strong airflow (86 CFM) alongside the lighting
6-year warranty matches the segment norm
Things to consider
At $299.99 it costs well above screen-less 360 mm AIOs for the display alone
CAM software is a real dependency — the screen and lighting want it installed and running
No published thermal-capacity (W) rating from NZXT, so buyers must rely on independent reviews to judge headroom
The pump cable bundle is thicker with the screen data line, slightly more to route than a plain AIO
Historical Product Info

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AnnouncedApril 19, 2023

The manufacturer's official announcement date.

US launch price$300

NZXT Kraken Elite 360's launch price.

Design🇺🇸 United States
Manufacturing🇨🇳 China

NZXT is a US company headquartered in Los Angeles; production runs in China.

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Specifications

NZXT Kraken Elite 360 specifications

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General

Type
AIO Liquid Cooler
Design
2.36-inch LCD screen on pump
Manufacturer
NZXT

Cooling

Display
640x640, 60Hz IPS LCD (customizable image/clock)

Compatibility

Note
LGA1851, directly compatible with LGA1700 bracket — no extra kit needed
Socket Support
AM5AM4LGA1851LGA1700

Fan

Fan Size
120 mm
Count
3
Model
3× F120 RGB Core (500-1800 rpm)

Dimensions

Radiator Size
360 mm

Warranty

Years
6
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Should you buy the NZXT Kraken Elite 360?
The Kacbu decision box currently says CONSIDER for the NZXT Kraken Elite 360: the specs hold up, but there are not yet enough real owner reports to strengthen the call. Pros, cautions and alternatives are in the decision box at the top of this page.
Does the NZXT Kraken Elite 360 work with LGA1851?
Yes — NZXT confirms the existing LGA1700 bracket mounts directly on LGA1851 because the hole pattern is identical. No separate kit is needed.
What does the pump screen show?
A 2.36-inch 640x640 IPS LCD running at 60Hz, configurable through NZXT CAM to show live CPU/GPU stats, a clock, or a custom image or GIF.
How many fans come with the Kraken Elite 360?
Three NZXT F120 RGB Core fans, 120mm, running 500–1,800 RPM.
Does the Kraken Elite need NZXT CAM software?
For the screen and RGB lighting, yes — CAM controls what the display shows and how the fans and lighting behave. The cooler still cools without it, but the differentiating features need the app.
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