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NZXT Kraken Elite 280 and NZXT Kraken Plus 280 are both cpu coolers with the same Radiator Size (280 mm). The main differences are in Supported Sockets, Noise Level, Fan RPM and Height.
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NZXT Kraken Elite 280 Black AIO CPU Water Cooler 280mm RL-KN28E-B1
NZXT Kraken Elite 280
NZXT Kraken Plus 280 280mm Radiator 1.54" LCD RL-KN280-B2
NZXT Kraken Plus 280
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$159.99
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$129.99
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Brand
NZXT
Brand
NZXT
Model
RL-KN28E-B1
Model
RL-KN280-B2
Release Date
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Release Date
📅 May 2025
* First availability for purchase, it may not correspond to the actual market launch date.
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Compatible PC parts
Processors ► Motherboards ► Cases ►
Compatible PC parts
Processors ► Motherboards ► Cases ►
Supported Sockets
  • AM4
  • AM5
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA1700
  • LGA1851
  • sTR4
  • sTR5
  • sTRX4
  • sWRX8
Supported Sockets
  • AM4
  • AM5
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA1700
  • LGA1851
Liquid Cooler
Yes
Liquid Cooler
Yes
Radiator Size
280 mm
Radiator Size
280 mm
Noise Level
19.4 - 32.1 dB
Noise Level
30 dB
Fan RPM
500 - 1500 RPM
Fan RPM
500 - 1700 RPM
Height
60 mm
Height
56 mm
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Comparison and key differences summary

Reasons to buy the NZXT Kraken Elite 280:

  • Supports the following socket formats: sTR4, sTR5, sTRX4, sWRX8

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Reasons to buy the NZXT Kraken Plus 280:

  • 19% cheaper, you can save $30.00
  • Generally quieter under full load

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