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NZXT Kraken Z53 RGB 240mm - RL-KRZ53-RW - AIO RGB CPU Liquid Cooler - Customizable LCD Display - Improved Pump - Powered by CAM V4 - RGB Connector - Aer RGB 2 120mm Radiator Fans (2 Included) - White

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Color: White


Size: 240mm Radiator


Style: Kraken Z RGB


Features

  • CUSTOMIZE YOUR BATTLESTATION: With a bright, 2.36 LCD screen capable of displaying 24-bit color, you can now completely customize the look of your CPU cooler
  • STAY IN CONTROL: CAMs elegant, user-friendly software makes you the master of your PC with simple-to-use, intuitive controls, you can manage your Krakens performance and appearance with ease
  • INCREDIBLE PERFORMANCE: Featuring a chamfered intake and fluid dynamic bearings, they deliver silent operation, long-term reliability, and powerful cooling performance
  • SIMPLE INSTALLATION: With the fully programmable display, the pump can be rotated to fit the needs of your motherboard without affecting the direction of the logo or image
  • VIVID AND SILENT: Dramatic lighting effects complement your system with the addition of included Aer RGB 2 fans

Description

The Kraken Z Series lets you personalize your all-in-one liquid cooler like never before. Through CAM’s unique software interface, you can do more than simply fine-tune settings; you can now display your favorite images and animated gifs, or CAM system information, allowing for total customization. The Kraken Z series provides superior performance in liquid cooling, simple installation, and a look that is uniquely your own.

Item Dimensions LxWxH: 8.35 x 12.09 x 5.39 inches


Brand: NZXT


Power Connector Type: 4-Pin


Voltage: 5 Volts


Cooling Method: Water


Compatible Devices: Desktop


Noise Level: 33 dB


Material: Copper


Product Dimensions: 12.13"L x 8.43"W x 5.47"H


Brand: ‎NZXT


Power Connector Type: ‎4-Pin


Voltage: ‎5 Volts


Cooling Method: ‎Water


Compatible Devices: ‎Desktop


Noise Level: ‎33 dB


Material: ‎Copper


Product Dimensions: ‎12.13"L x 8.43"W x 5.47"H


Item model number: ‎RL-KRZ53-RW


Item Weight: ‎4 pounds


Color: ‎White


Manufacturer: ‎NZXT


Date First Available: ‎September 24, 2021


Frequently asked questions

The customizable LCD display on the NZXT Kraken Z53 RGB is used to show real-time system statistics, such as temperatures and pump speeds, or to display custom images or animated gifs for a personalized look within your PC build.

The NZXT Kraken Z53 RGB is compatible with a wide range of CPU sockets, but it is always best to check the manufacturer’s specifications for compatibility with your specific CPU model and socket type to ensure proper fitment.

CAM V4 software provides detailed monitoring and control over the NZXT Kraken Z53 RGB's performance, including adjusting fan and pump speeds, customizing the RGB lighting, and updating the LCD display. This allows for optimal cooling efficiency and aesthetic customization.

Yes, the NZXT Kraken Z53 RGB comes with Aer RGB 2 fans that have built-in RGB lighting. These can be controlled and customized through the included CAM V4 software to match your system’s aesthetic or to react to temperature changes.

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🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

The reviews for the NZXT Kraken AIO cooler depict a product that combines functionality and aesthetics, providing effective cooling alongside a visually appealing design. The newer models come with a larger, clear, and responsive screen that enhances the user experience. Installation is straightforward on compatible motherboards, and the cooler is praised for its quiet operation and flexible orientation options. However, some users note discrepancies in temperature readings and a lack of Linux support for the software.

Pros

  • 🌡 Effective temperature management for high-end CPUs
  • 🔧 User-friendly installation process
  • 🔇 Quiet operation with minimal noise from fans and pump
  • 💾 Compatible with various RGB software
  • 🖥️ A crisp and responsive screen adds aesthetic value
  • 🔄 Cooler orientation can be adjusted at 30-degree steps (software needed for screen rotation)

Cons

  • ❗ Discrepancies in temperature readings on some setups
  • 👨‍💻 No official Linux software support
  • 🛠️ Some users found the installation to be cumbersome, particularly with additional connections for the screen
  • 💿 Certain users expressed disappointment in the cooling efficiency relative to other AIOs
  • 📦 Some users prefer the option to purchase without fans to save money
  • 🖱️ Software shows the cooler as an ejectable device on some computers

Should I Buy It?

If you're in the market for a high-end AIO cooler with a strong emphasis on aesthetics and you use a compatible system, the NZXT Kraken seems to be a solid choice. It offers a variety of features aimed at both performance and visual appeal, although you may want to look into the reported temperature discrepancies and ensure the software meets your needs, especially if you're a Linux user. Overall, for powerful builds where design is as important as function, it appears to be a worthwhile investment.

    • Gimme linux support!
Color: White Size: 280mm Radiator Style: Kraken Elite RGB
This is the first AIO I have purchased and it seems to be doing its job as intended. This was put in a white Hyte y60 case as it seemed to be one of the only 280mm white AIO. I was originally going to buy the last gen version of this cooler, but figured I might as well buy this new one which just got released. Glad I did too as the larger screen is much nicer to look at. All of my opinions here are based on the out of the box behavior of the cooler, no NZXT cam configuring was done. Performance: Cools my 7900x pretty decently. According to the cooler screen, it sits around 33-34 idling and the highest I've seen it hit is 37 degrees when doing short intense computations. Installation: Really straight forward with an AMD x670e board. Way better than my previous experience installing a BeQuiet! Dark rock pro 3/4 to an intel based system. It's also great that the cooler can be oriented at different angles (30 degree steps I believe) which gives it even more flexibility in installations. (the default orientation has the tubes coming out the bottom of the screen/coldplate. Rotating the screens image requires software) Noise: Runs quiet enough. I can somewhat hear the whoosh of the fans, however it is over powered by the stock fans my case came in. As for pump noise, I'm not entirely sure I hear it. Occasionally I hear a sound from my PC, but I have yet to determine if it is coil whine from my new build, or if it is the pump occasionally whirring. Fans: I plan on upgrading the fans at a later date with lian li infinity fans, but I have honestly been pleasantly surprised by how well the rgb looks. However, I would have preferred being able to buy the cooler without the fans and fan hub included. If I wanted NZXT fans, I would get NZXT. Let me make the choice and save money by not having to buy stuff I am not going to use. Linux software support: One gripe I have is that there is no official software support in linux. But I guess I can't complain too much as I am probably 1 of 3 people that it matters to. Still, I'd like to see companies like NZXT support projects such as openrgb and coolero/liquidctl. [Rant: Even if I ran windows, god forbid I install bloatware like NZXT cam + a million other rgb software to suck up my hardware resources. I just don't get why so much money is spent on software no one likes when NZXT could just spend a day giving the open source community the usb com specs for the cooler and reap the benefits of 'free' work.] Thankfully by default the leds on the fan are white, and the temperature on the screen is also colored white. One of these days when i have hours to waste, I will try fooling around with liquidctl and see if I can get the experimental controls to work. Conclusion: It's a high end, white, 280mm AIO with a big ol' screen. And its price reflects that. It looks great and the install is easy. If you are going to blow money on a high end AIO, its going to be pretty hard to beat this one. I really only have issues on the software side. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023 by Mooshy
    • Very Nice
Color: White Size: 360mm Radiator Style: Kraken Elite RGB
Review Image by Richard S. Richard S.
Review Image by Richard S. Richard S.
Bought this to cool my 5800x3d that I recently upgraded to from a 3700x. Function great and is very aethetically pleasing to look at. Great customization, crisp and responsive display, and the software is lightweight. The software also doesn't conflict with my other rgb software (eg. Razer Synapse, OpenRGB, and G.Skill). I'd recommend this for any high end cpu that naturally runs hot such as the 5800x3d, 13900k, 7950x3d, etc. Overall, this is a great replacement for my AMD Wraith Prism cooler. Before my cpu temps got high enough where my computer would crash due to overheating and would idle at 80c. Now my cpu idles at 33c and I've never seen it reach above 70c even while stress testing with Furmark cpu burner and playing games with ray tracing enabled and set to max. The only thing I don't like is that for me the cooler shows up as an ejectable device like a USB stick. When you click Eject NZXT Kracken Elite it makes the software stop working. Although, the pump still functions when "ejected". I haven't seen anyone else have this problem so this might just be a me thing that I'm personally not going to bother to fix. Overall great cooler, lightweight software, very nice. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2023 by Richard S. Richard S.
    • HERO mb runs hot
Color: Black Size: 360mm Radiator Style: Kraken Elite RGB
This is more of a question than a review. I've used NZXT products before and I love them but this one seems to not cool very well. My ASUS MAXIMUS HERO Z790 mb runs at about, or so the display on the pump says 30-32 C at idle. But the temp on the mb displays is usually about 15 C higher. When a very taxing program is run the mb temp rises up near 90 C but the pump still reads in the 30's to low 40's. I did apply arctic silver to the unit after I cleaned off the stuff that was on the pump. I'm running a i9 13900 intel chip on the mb. Any help would be appreciated with my thanks in advance. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2023 by Gary I.
    • Great Aesthetics, Good (but not Great) Performance
Color: Black Size: 360mm Radiator Style: Kraken Z
Review Image by Mike P. Mike P.
The media could not be loaded. This Kraken Z73 is perfect for anyone putting together a build that has aesthetics and function in mind, and as for me served as the perfect final touch to my build. First off installation is a bit of a hassle with this due to the extra connections that the little screen requires. For some this may end up being a dealbreaker because of the fact that it may not fit in some smaller form factor builds or even a Mid-tower ATX build with all the RAM slots occupied. Furthermore there's a bit of a known issue involving certain AMD motherboards and the USB connection to those motherboards. I didn't encounter this particular issue with a Gigabyte X570 Aorus Master but your mileage may vary. In case you do have an issue, contact NZXT support and they'll provide a usb hub that works as a workaround until they can roll out Krakens with the permanent fix built in or whatever. One more thing to be aware of is that unlike what the manual says there are only 2 viable installation directions if you are planning on the screen facing right side up. It's true that there is a way to rotate the image through the NZXT CAM software but if it isn't installed in one of the aforementioned orientations then unfortunately it wont be able to rotate it to the correct orientation which seems like an odd limitation but it is what it is. Okay so the performance of this cpu cooler is good, but I was honestly expecting just a bit more cooling efficiency from this latest pump design but it misses the mark by a non-insignificant amount. I previously used a Deepcool Castle EX which is also a 360mm radiator AIO and the difference in not only temperature but also noise is definitely noticeable and is a bit disappointing for a AIO cooler at this price point. But let's be honest if you're buying this or considering buying this then the reason for it is most likely because of the awesome little screen that this thing has, and I can assure you that one shining feature was more than worth it for me but it may not be for someone else, obviously. I was surprised at how crisp and clear the screen is for how small it is, and while you can upload your own gifs, pictures or whatever there is a bit of a learning process in making sure your chosen gif fits the way you want it to without a loss in quality or even unexpected cropping or sizing issues. There's a growing number of useful guides online to guide you in how to do this so it's generally a non issue. Now for the CAM software, I'll admit I've never used it prior to with this Kraken Z73 and I didn't really have a very good opinion of it based of off some very negative things I've either heard from friends or read from users online, but with all that baggage built up going into this I'm relieved to say that my fears were unfounded. The current version of the software has a intuitive user interface with plenty of data and options for those looking to tweak things to their exactly preferences. While the one downside I will mention is that it appears to take much longer than competing software when it comes to fully loading on startup. This isn't too bad of an issue more of a nagging annoyance, but it does take some getting used to as when it finally loads your user profile depending on your fan curve and lighting set up it could range from hardly noticeable, to a gale force disco colored hurricane. I would definitely recommend this for a certain type of pc builder, this is obviously mostly for show and as long as you do go into this with that in mind I find it difficult to believe that you won't be as thrilled as I am having this stunning little screen inside my build firing off different gifs or whatever I decide to have on the screen. It's always the first thing anyone asks me about when they see my computer because of how unique it is and how clear and vivid that little screen actually is. Overall I'm very happy and would definitely order this again if I were to build another PC today. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2020 by Mike P. Mike P.

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