NZXT Kraken Elite 360
CPU Coolers

Kraken Elite 360

NZXT

Released May 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Mar 30, 2026

AIO liquid cooler with easy breakout cable setup, Asetek Gen 7 build, high performance, low noise, and vibrant RGB display. The NZXT Kraken Elite 360 scores 85/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the cpu coolers category. Coverage includes reviews from Tomshardware, Cubed3, Xda-developers, and Pcgamer.

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85

based on 6 expert reviews

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6 Expert Reviews

95
Major publication11/2024

NZXT’s Kraken Elite 360 RGB is one of the best-performing and best-looking AIOs on the market, with chart-topping noise-normalized performance – but it ain’t cheap.

90
Independent publication03/2025

NZXT has once again blown it out of the park; the Kraken 360 Elite RGB is a device that, case permitting, deserves to be the main feature of a new PC build or upgrade.

90
Major publication05/2023

The NZXT Kraken Elite 360 is among the best CPU coolers NZXT has made so far, offering excellent thermal performance for flagship AMD and Intel processors.

82
Major publication06/2025

The Kraken Elite represents a new chapter for NZXT and a step away from Asetek's all-consuming patents.

80
Established publication07/2023

NZXT has launched new Kraken AIO CPU coolers with LCD screens and newly designed F120/F140 Core RGB fans, available in various sizes and configurations.

72
Independent publication02/2026

The NZXT Kraken Elite 360 RGB V2 is an ideal choice for those who want to showcase excellent visuals in their PC case.