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White 280 mm AIO with 1.54 inch LCD pump head and two 140 mm fans

NZXT

NZXT Kraken RGB 280 RL-KR280-W1 liquid cooler

SKU CH-2M8M-9KQ21 MPN RL-KR280-W1

A 280 mm liquid CPU cooler with a 1.54" LCD screen, two 140 mm PWM fans and a copper cold plate for Intel LGA 1700 and AMD AM5 sockets

  • Radiator size143 × 315 × 30 mm
  • Fan size2 Fan Slots (140 mm)
  • Compatible socketsIntel Socket LGA 1700 & 1200/115X AMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4
  • AMD socket supportAMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4*, TR4* (*Threadripper bracket not
  • Intel socket supportIntel Socket LGA 1700 & 1200/115X
  • Block dimensionsDiameter: 74.7 mm H: 55.97 mm

Fan Size 2 Fan Slots (140mm)

Color White

  • Real-time system stats on a 1.54" LCD display
  • Quiet cooling with F RGB fans at 34.48 dBA
  • Simple install via single breakout cable and nylon-braided sleeves
  • CAM software control with 0 RPM mode for silent operation
  • 280 mm radiator with 7th gen Asetek pump at 2800 RPM

Liquid CPU Cooler with LCD Screen

The NZXT Kraken RGB 280 is an all-in-one liquid cooler built for Intel LGA 1700, 1200 and 115X sockets plus AMD AM5, AM4 and Threadripper platforms. A 1.54 inch circular LCD on the pump head shows real-time system data or custom images through NZXT CAM software. Two 140 mm fans mount on a 315 mm long radiator to handle high thermal loads in a white finish.

Reinforced Tubing and Single Breakout Cable

The cold plate uses a copper base while the radiator is aluminium, measuring 143 by 315 by 30 mm. Reinforced nylon-braided sleeves protect the liquid tubes during handling and routing. A single breakout cable connects the pump, fans and LCD to the motherboard, reducing cable clutter. Fluid dynamic bearing fans run between 500 and 1500 RPM with a maximum noise level of 34.48 dBA.

Check Clearance and Threadripper Bracket

Verify that your case fits a 315 mm radiator with 30 mm thickness and two 140 mm fan slots before ordering. The pump block measures 74.7 mm in diameter and 55.97 mm in height, so confirm CPU socket area clearance. Threadripper sTRX4 and TR4 sockets require a separate mounting bracket that is not included in the box. Ensure your motherboard has a 4-pin PWM header for fan control.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNZXT
Product lineKraken
Model nameKraken RGB 280 White
Part numberRL-KR280-W1
Product typeLiquid Cooling System
Product colorWhite
Performance
Fan speed500 – 1500 ± 150 RPM
Fan airflow90.79 CFM
Ports & slots
Fan plug type4-pin PWM
Size & build
Radiator size143 × 315 × 30 mm
Fan size2 Fan Slots (140 mm)
Block dimensionsDiameter: 74.7 mm H: 55.97 mm
Cooling block materialCopper
Radiator materialAluminum
Fan dimensions140 × 140 × 26 mm
Bearing designFluid Dynamic Bearing
Shipping weight2.27 kg
Package size432 × 203 × 152 mm
Compatibility
Compatible socketsIntel Socket LGA 1700 & 1200/115X
AMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4*, TR4* (*Threadripper bracket not included)
AMD socket supportAMD Socket AM5, AM4, sTRX4*, TR4* (*Threadripper bracket not included)
Intel socket supportIntel Socket LGA 1700 & 1200/115X
Environment & compliance
Fan noise level34.48 dBA
More details
LED lightingRGB

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Questions about this item

What fan connector does the Kraken RGB 280 use and what speed range does it support?

The two 140 mm fans connect via 4-pin PWM and run between 500 and 1500 RPM with a tolerance of ±150 RPM.

What radiator dimensions and case clearance does the 280 mm cooler require?

The radiator measures 315 mm long, 143 mm wide and 30 mm thick, so the case must fit a dual 140 mm radiator with that thickness.

How is the pump powered and which CAM setting silences the fans at idle?

A single breakout cable powers the 7th-gen Asetek pump at 2800 RPM; enable 0 RPM mode in NZXT CAM to stop the fans completely at low temperatures.

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