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The main differences between NZXT Kraken X42 and NZXT Kraken Plus 360 RGB are in Supported Sockets, Radiator Size, Noise Level and Fan RPM.
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NZXT Kraken X42 CPU Liquid Cooler RL-KRX42-02
NZXT Kraken X42
NZXT Kraken Plus 360 RGB AIO 360mm Radiator F360 RGB Core Single Frame Fan Customizable 1.54" LCD RL-KR360-B2
NZXT Kraken Plus 360 RGB
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Brand
NZXT
Brand
NZXT
Model
RL-KRX42-02
Model
RL-KR360-B2
Release Date
📅 June 2017
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 ►
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Supported Sockets
  • AM2
  • AM2+
  • AM3
  • AM3+
  • AM4
  • AM5
  • FM1
  • FM2
  • FM2+
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA1366
  • LGA1700
  • LGA1851
  • LGA2011
  • LGA2011-3
  • LGA2066
Supported Sockets
  • AM4
  • AM5
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA1700
  • LGA1851
Liquid Cooler
Yes
Liquid Cooler
Yes
Radiator Size
140 mm
Radiator Size
360 mm
Noise Level
21.0 - 38.0 dB
Noise Level
31.9 dB
Fan RPM
500 - 1800 RPM
Fan RPM
500 - 2400 RPM
Height
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Height
56 mm
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Comparison and key differences summary

Reasons to buy the NZXT Kraken X42:

  • Supports the following socket formats: AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1, FM2, FM2+, LGA1366, LGA2011, LGA2011-3, LGA2066

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Reasons to buy the NZXT Kraken Plus 360 RGB:

  • Newer Product, it was released around 8 years later
  • Generally quieter under full load

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