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Black AIO liquid cooler with 360 mm radiator, three 120 mm fans and 2.72 inch square IPS LCD on pump head

NZXT

NZXT RL-KN36E-B2 Kraken Elite 360 liquid cooler

SKU CH-6AC5-TN9K5 MPN RL-KN36E-B2

A 360 mm AIO liquid cooler with a 2.72-inch IPS LCD, Turbine pump, and three 120 mm fluid-dynamic-bearing fans for Intel LGA 1851, 1700, 1200, 115X and AMD AM5, AM4 sockets

  • Radiator size402 mm
  • Fan size3 Fan Slots (120 mm)
  • Compatible socketsIntel Socket LGA 1851, 1700 & 1200/115X Intel Core i9 / Core
  • AMD socket supportAMD Socket AM5, AM4 AMD Ryzen 9 / Ryzen 7 / Ryzen 5 / Ryzen
  • Intel socket supportIntel Socket LGA 1851, 1700 & 1200/115X Intel Core i9 / Core
  • Block dimensions401 × 120 × 37 mm

Series 360 series

Fan Size 3 Fan Slots (120mm)

  • High static-pressure fans push 75.12 CFM each for strong radiator airflow
  • Proprietary NZXT Turbine pump combines high pressure and high flow for efficient heat transfer
  • 72-inch IPS LCD at 640 x 640 and 60 Hz shows custom GIFs, images and system data
  • Reinforced polyester-braided rubber tubing resists kinks and protects against leaks over time
  • Supports Intel LGA 1851, 1700, 1200/115X and AMD AM5, AM4 sockets for broad CPU compatibility

Kraken Elite 360 AIO liquid cooler

The NZXT Kraken Elite 360 is a 360 mm all-in-one liquid cooler built around the proprietary Turbine pump for high pressure and flow. It fits Intel LGA 1851, 1700, 1200 and 115X sockets plus AMD AM5 and AM4 platforms. A 2.72 inch IPS LCD with 640 x 640 resolution and 60 Hz refresh sits on the pump block, surrounded by an addressable RGB ring for custom visuals.

Installation notes and common issues

The cooler uses a single 8 pin connector for both PWM fan control and RGB lighting, reducing cable count inside the case. Mounting hardware for all listed Intel and AMD sockets is included in the box. The 402 mm radiator with three 120 mm fans requires a case that can accommodate a 360 mm radiator and the 37 mm block height; insufficient clearance is the most frequent fitment problem.

Cooling capacity and limits

Three fluid dynamic bearing fans spin between 500 and 2,400 RPM, each moving 75.12 CFM at up to 30 dBA, giving strong thermal headroom for modern high end CPUs. The reinforced polyester braided tubing resists kinks and leaks during long term use. Extremely heavy sustained workloads may eventually saturate the 360 mm radiator surface, especially in chassis with restricted airflow.

How it compares

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Price $193.99
Pricier than about 89% of the 1,190 comparable items (median $71.99).
Radiator size 402 mm
Higher than about 91% of the 165 comparable items (median 360 mm).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNZXT
Product lineKraken Elite
Part numberRL-KN36E-B2
Product typeAIO
Product colorBlack
Performance
Fan speed500–2,400 ± 250 RPM per fan
Fan airflow75.12 CFM per fan
Ports & slots
Fan plug type8-pin for PWM & RGB
Size & build
Radiator size402 mm
Fan size3 Fan Slots (120 mm)
Block dimensions401 × 120 × 37 mm
Fan dimensions360 × 120 × 25 mm
Bearing designFluid Dynamic Bearing
Shipping weight2.61 kg
Package size451 × 191 × 140 mm
Compatibility
Compatible socketsIntel Socket LGA 1851, 1700 & 1200/115X
Intel Core i9 / Core i7 / Core i5 /Core i3
Pentium / Celeron
AMD Socket AM5, AM4
AMD Ryzen 9 / Ryzen 7 / Ryzen 5 / Ryzen 3
AMD socket supportAMD Socket AM5, AM4
AMD Ryzen 9 / Ryzen 7 / Ryzen 5 / Ryzen 3
Intel socket supportIntel Socket LGA 1851, 1700 & 1200/115X
Intel Core i9 / Core i7 / Core i5 / Core i3
Pentium / Celeron
Environment & compliance
Fan noise level30 dBA per fan

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Questions about this item

How can I verify the pump is running after installation?

The NZXT Turbine pump should show RPM in CAM software and the 2.72-inch IPS LCD will display real-time coolant temperature once the loop is powered.

What comes in the box and what must I source separately?

The package includes the 360 mm radiator, three 120 mm RGB Core fans with fluid-dynamic bearings, pump block with mounting hardware for Intel LGA 1851, 1700, 1200, 115X and AMD AM5, AM4, plus polyester-braided tubing; thermal paste is not included.

Which version should I choose for an LGA 1700 build?

This single SKU (RL-KN36E-B2) supports Intel LGA 1700 out of the box, so no alternate version is required for that socket.

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