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Compare SilverStone IceMyst 280 vs NZXT Kraken Plus 280

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SilverStone IceMyst 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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SilverStone IceMyst 280 All-in-One Liquid Cooler ARGB Lighting SST-IM280-ARGB
SilverStone IceMyst 280
NZXT Kraken Plus 280 280mm Radiator 1.54" LCD RL-KN280-B2
NZXT Kraken Plus 280
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$139.99
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Brand
SilverStone
Brand
NZXT
Model
SST-IM280-ARGB
Model
RL-KN280-B2
Release Date
📅 November 2023
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
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Supported Sockets
  • AM4
  • AM5
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • 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
280 mm
Radiator Size
280 mm
Noise Level
13.3 - 30.8 dB
Noise Level
30 dB
Fan RPM
400 - 1750 RPM
Fan RPM
500 - 1700 RPM
Height
70 mm
Height
56 mm
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Comparison and key differences summary

Reasons to buy the SilverStone IceMyst 280:

  • Supports the following socket formats: LGA2011, LGA2011-3, LGA2066

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Reasons to buy the NZXT Kraken Plus 280:

  • 7% cheaper, you can save $10.00
  • Newer Product, it was released around 18 months later
  • Generally quieter under full load

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