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NZXT Kraken Elite 240 vs Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE

NZXT Kraken Elite 240
$220
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Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE
$35
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Key differences

  • •NZXT Kraken Elite 240 has higher RAM clearance (999 mm vs 45 mm)
  • •NZXT Kraken Elite 240 has higher Rated TDP / cooling capacity (300 W vs 260 W)
  • •Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE has lower Max noise (25.6 dBA vs 28 dBA)

Full spec comparison

Spec
NZXT Kraken Elite 240
Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE
Cooling
Cooler typeAIO LiquidAir
Rated TDP / cooling capacity300 W▲260 W
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200
Heatpipes—6
Radiator size240 mm—
Cooler height—155 mm
Fans & Noise
Included fans22
Fan size120 mm120 mm
Max noise28 dBA25.6 dBA▲
RGB lightingYesNo
RAM clearance999 mm▲45 mm

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