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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 105 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers admire the Kraken Elite RGB's exceptional cooling performance and stunning visual appeal, frequently praising its quiet operation and ease of installation. The large, high-quality LCD screen is a standout feature, offering users a customizable display. However, some users expressed concerns about the cable management system.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    CPU cooler

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice. You can change the image on the cooler screen to a gif or a still picture. Works well keeps the temperatures low.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great fans.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great fans. Connecting them is clean and clear. However, you need the hub from NZXT to get the rgb working correctly. Otherwise they stay rainbow spectrum. Performance is quiet and great, once the fans reach 100% it sounds like a very faint sounded lawnmower.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lcd display

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    NZXT Elite RGB

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of my favorite coolers, keep my cpu at lowers temperature during heavy gaming, nice and big screen , love it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kraken!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My temperature went down from 75 to 54 when playing! Love how it looks y recommend NZXT to anyone. Is my favorite brans.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    so cuteeee

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    Best Buy Employee
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i love this product, it’s expensive but worth it. i love keeping up with my temps and the gifs i can put in the background.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fire aio collee

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is beautiful the screen is bright and the ring is very nice keep the gpu cold aswell(ryzen9 7950x3d) runs at 78 max

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really GOOD! COOLING SYSTEM

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really easy install. Lcd display looks really good and the cooling works really well

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best cooler I’ve ever bought

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of the best liquid CPU coolers I’ve ever bought NZXT always has quality products. I would definitely would recommend buying this product if you’re going with AM5 as they operate in a lot higher temperature has quality custom software you can download to put your fans where you think they should be also a preset option options

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's fantastic, an amazing screen and does a great job.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great airflow and beautiful!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome airflow for any new build, and the color control within the NZXT app has been awesome. I love the control you have down to each individual light.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The screen is really nice on this aio.. If it goes on sale highly recommend picking one up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing Look and Sounds Great Pretty big compared to the older one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Cable placement

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Caught fire but best buy had me covered

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Unfortunately there was some faulty wiring in the one i got and it was a disaster! And I'm not the only one. I decided to replace an old AIO in my wife's pc due to low fluid. The plugs are fairly simple: a cpu fan plug, usb 2.0 and sata power connector are all wired into a breakout cable that plugs directly into the radiator. I had everything plugged in snuggly and all my wires connected properly to known working ports, to my horror as powered on the computer it immediately began to billow white smoke. I flipped the power switch and quickly opened the case to find the breakout cable had melted and charred making a mess out of my wifes beautiful white case. My whole house smelled like burning plastic at 3 in the morning.. nice.. I'm so glad i installed it right after purchasing and it was still in the return window. I was excited for the screen and clean look but after digging around online i found several other unfortunate victims of this poorly made aio Pc specs for reference 1000w evga platinum psu Strix b550 mobo with 5800x Cooler master h500 case All genuine known working parts. So thankful that i could just bring it into best buy and get a refund without any hassle. I don't imagine this is super common but definitely be aware.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Visual Masterpiece / Sub-Par Cooler

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to add to my 1st build. It looks great, easy connections with plenty of cable length. What it doesnt do is cool a Ryzen 7 5800XT. Without any programs or games running my CPU temp is around 120’ F. Seems high, ill probably go back to the first AIO NZXT offered because of it. It worked much better than this more expensive ELITE RGB model.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Kraken elite v2

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product, quiet, customizable, only negative is sometimes software conflicts may arise preventing firmware updates

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great AIO cooler!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Has bigger screen compared to the old one and looks better in my opinion.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Cool screen but terrible quality

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The quality of the new NZXT Kraken Elite 2024 AIO is extremely disappointing. My first unit had constant flickering and flashing issues with the new 'Ring Light.' After contacting NZXT customer support, they confirmed it was defective and advised me to return it—so I did. Unfortunately, the replacement unit has similar issues. The flickering persists, and on top of that, the pump is extremely loud. At anything below 80% pump speed, the noise is unbearable, and the only way to achieve a tolerable sound level is by running it at 100%, which was never an issue with previous Kraken models. Additionally, the braided cables look cheap and poorly designed. The kinks and uneven sections in the hoses give the impression of subpar build quality. At this point, I’ll likely return this second unit as well. NZXT seriously needs to address these quality control issues before releasing more products.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good hardware buggy software

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    if you have a 90 series AMD gpu stay away until CAM gets updates otherwise its been a dream

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling performance, Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Kraken Elite RGB 360mm

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Kraken Elite RGB 360mm is one of the most feature-rich coolers available in 2024. Its combination of top-tier performance, advanced visuals, and ease of use make it ideal for enthusiasts building showcase rigs. However, its reliance on proprietary software and steep price may turn off more budget-conscious or minimalist users. The Pros are a Stunning 2.72" IPS LCD Display – High-resolution, customizable screen with 60 Hz refresh rate for system stats, GIFs, and more. Excellent Cooling Performance – Keeps even high-end CPUs like the i9-14900K cool under load. Quiet Operation – Runs with low noise, even at higher fan speeds (~30 dBA max). High-Quality Fans – Includes three F360 RGB Core fans (500–2400 RPM, ~75 CFM). Clean Cable Management – Single breakout cable simplifies installation and reduces clutter. Modern Socket Support – Compatible with Intel (115x/1200/1700/1851) and AMD (AM4/AM5). Strong Build Quality – Durable braided tubing and premium mounting hardware. The Cons to it is the high price – Typically costs $290–$315, placing it in the premium tier. CAM Software Dependency – Requires NZXT CAM for display/RGB control; some users report bugs and memory usage issues. Potential RGB or Pump Noise Issues – Isolated reports of flickering lights or noisy pump at lower speeds. Large Size – Requires a spacious mid-tower or full-tower case to fit comfortably.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooling performance, Installation, Lcd display

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pricey, but worth it for the asthetics

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my first aio, always air cooled until I got rid of my old ryzen 5 2600 and gtx 1080 to do a new build. Install instructions did well enough, I’ve built a few PC’s, I’m by no means an expert but installation was easy for me. Its kept my previously running hot 11900k nowhere above 65 during extreme loads and lcd screen is a very unnecessary but stupidly cool feature. Barely fit in my nzxt h6 flow but it did perfect! If you dont card about the price and want the looks it does what it should.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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