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CORSAIR NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB vs NZXT Kraken Plus 240
Product A: CORSAIR
28 of 54 known
NZXT Kraken Plus 280
Phanteks Glacier One 360M25-LCD
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 280
be quiet! Silent Loop 3 420mm
MSI MPG CoreLiquid P13 360
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
be quiet! Pure Loop 3 360mm
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 240
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 420
CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS LCD
NZXT Kraken Plus 360 RGB
Thermalright Grand Vision 360 ARGB
Change CORSAIR NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB
Compare the NZXT Kraken Plus 240 with
NZXT Kraken Plus 280
Phanteks Glacier One 360M25-LCD
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 280
be quiet! Silent Loop 3 420mm
MSI MPG CoreLiquid P13 360
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
be quiet! Pure Loop 3 360mm
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 240
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 420
CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS LCD
NZXT Kraken Plus 360 RGB
Thermalright Grand Vision 360 ARGBProduct B: NZXT
30 of 54 known
CORSAIR NAUTILUS 360 RS ARGB
ASUS ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB Extreme
NZXT Kraken Elite 360 RGB (2024)
NZXT Kraken Plus 280
Thermalright Grand Vision 360 ARGB
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 240
be quiet! Silent Loop 3 420mm
be quiet! Pure Loop 3 360mm
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 280
ID-COOLING FX360 INF
MSI MAG CoreLiquid A13 360
Change NZXT Kraken Plus 240
Compare the CORSAIR NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB with
CORSAIR NAUTILUS 360 RS ARGB
ASUS ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB Extreme
NZXT Kraken Elite 360 RGB (2024)
NZXT Kraken Plus 280
Thermalright Grand Vision 360 ARGB
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 240
be quiet! Silent Loop 3 420mm
be quiet! Pure Loop 3 360mm
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 280
ID-COOLING FX360 INF
MSI MAG CoreLiquid A13 36022 of 46 fields differ
- 12 different values
- 10 known for one only
- 8 the same
- 16 missing for both
All 54 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
RL-KN240-B21Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Product info: RL-KN240-B2 (Black). The Plus RGB 240 is RL-KR240 and is a separate product with RGB fans.3Owner's manualcdn-g.nzxt.com/dl/Kraken%20Plus_Manual_240919_V2-WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026The RoHS table lists Kraken Plus 240 (RL-KN240-B2), Kraken Plus 280 (RL-KN280-B2) and Kraken Plus 360 (RL-KN360-B2).
GTIN / EAN
0840006687566, 08400066875806Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/corsair-nautilus-240-rs-argb-aio-cpu-cooler-black-2x-120mm-argb-rs120-copper-coldplate-aluminium-radRead 16 October 2026Black model, Model Number CW-9060092-WW: GTIN 840006687566, written with a leading zero as EAN 0840006687566. BuildCores lists the same UPC and EAN for the black ARGB 240 cooler.7Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/CPUCooler/anhwn193b/Corsair-NAUTILUS-Water-240mm-ARGB-WhiteRead 16 October 2026White model, part number CW-9060094-WW: UPC 840006687580, EAN 0840006687580. The page loads its spec table by script, and the codes were read from the page data.
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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$139.991Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026The page price is $139.99. The same price is in the May 2025 launch article. US prices exclude tax.5Press articlehardcoregamer.com/nzxt-launches-four-new-pc-componentsRead 14 October 2026Kraken Plus 240 $139.99. US prices exclude tax.
Launch price (EU)
Markets
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US, EU5Press articlehardcoregamer.com/nzxt-launches-four-new-pc-componentsRead 14 October 2026USD pricing for the US.6Press articlegeektopia.es/es/technology/2025/05/21/noticias/nzxt-anuncia-la-serie-kraken-plus-de-refrigeraciones-liquidas.htmlRead 14 October 2026EUR pricing next to the USD pricing of the US launch.
Colours
Black, White2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/cw-9060092-ww/nautilus-240-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-cw-9060092-wwRead 16 October 2026The page offers Black and White.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026NAUTILUS RS ARGB versions are available in black and white.
Cooler type
Air cooler layout
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Rated TDP (claimed)
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Base material
Copper2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/cw-9060092-ww/nautilus-240-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-cw-9060092-wwRead 16 October 20263Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026Coldplate Material: Copper.
Thermal paste
Compatibility
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CPU sockets
AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA17002Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/cw-9060092-ww/nautilus-240-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-cw-9060092-wwRead 16 October 20263Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026Cooling Socket Support for the 240 RS ARGB: Intel LGA 1851 / 1700, AMD AM5 / AM4.4Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/nautilus-240-360-rs-argbRead 16 October 2026Included hardware: Intel LGA 1851/1700 and AMD AM5/AM4 mounting kits.
AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA11501Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Tech specs: Intel LGA 1851, 1700, 1200 and 115X, AMD AM5 and AM4. 115X is stored as LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155 and LGA1156. The FAQ says mounting hardware for all of them is in the box.3Owner's manualcdn-g.nzxt.com/dl/Kraken%20Plus_Manual_240919_V2-WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026Component list: Intel 1851/1700 and 1200/115X standoffs, AMD AM5/AM4 retention bracket and standoffs.
RAM height clearance
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Offset mounting
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Heatsink
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Heat pipes
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Heat pipe diameter
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Direct-contact heat pipes
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Liquid cooling
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Radiator size
Radiator dimensions
Length276Width120Thickness27mm(10.9 × 4.7 × 1.1 in)3Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026NAUTILUS RS Series Tech Specs table, 240 RS ARGB: 276mm x 120mm x 27mm.
Length281Width120Thickness27mm(11.1 × 4.7 × 1.1 in)1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Tech specs: radiator 281 x 120 x 27 mm (11.1 x 4.7 x 1.1 in), aluminum.
Radiator material
Aluminium2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/cw-9060092-ww/nautilus-240-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-cw-9060092-wwRead 16 October 20263Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026
Tube length
400mm2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/cw-9060092-ww/nautilus-240-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-cw-9060092-wwRead 16 October 2026Tech Specs: Tubing Length 400mm.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026Table: Tubing Length 400 mm for the 240 RS ARGB.
Max pump speed
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2,800rpm1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026NZXT Turbine pump, motor speed 1,200 - 2,800 +/-300 RPM, 12 V DC 0.3 A. The rated top of 2,800 is stored.4Maker product pagenzxt.com/blogs/news/nzxt-kraken-aio-coolers-explained-elite-plus-and-coreRead 14 October 2026Kraken Plus pump 1,200 to 2,800 RPM, adjustable.
Pump power connector
4-pin PWM fan header4Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/nautilus-240-360-rs-argbRead 16 October 2026Connect the 4-pin PWM cable from the pump to the CPU_FAN header on your motherboard.8Reviewback2gaming.com/review/corsair-nautilus-aio-liquid-cpu-coolerRead 16 October 2026Review of the NAUTILUS RS 360 ARGB with the 240 spec table: the pump block has a standalone 4-pin fan header connector and a 3-pin ARGB cable connector with passthrough. The Corsair guide uses one connection procedure for the 240 and the 360.
Fans
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Included fans
ACORSAIR NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB
| Model | Size (mm) | Fans | Max speed (rpm) | Airflow (CFM) | Static pressure (mmH₂O) | Noise (claimed) (dB(A)) | Bearing | Connector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS120 ARGB | 120 | 2 | 2,100 | 72.8 | 4.15 | 36 | Magnetic dome | 4-pin PWM |
Source2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/cw-9060092-ww/nautilus-240-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-cw-9060092-wwRead 16 October 2026Tech Specs: Fan Speed 2100 RPM, Noise Level 10 - 36 dBA, Fan Static Pressure 0.2 - 4.15 mm-H2O, Fan Airflow 13.3 - 72.8 CFM. The article on the RS family lists the same figures per fan model, with the pressure rounded to 4.2. The tops of the ranges are stored. The speed minimum is left out because Corsair gives 0 as the Zero RPM mode and a different lowest speed in other pages.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026Table: 2x RS120 ARGB, Magnetic Dome bearing, 0-2100 RPM +/-10%, 120mm x 25mm, 13.3-72.8 CFM, 0.2-4.2 mm-H2O (the product page says 4.15), 10-36 dBA. The text says the fans can be daisy-chained to one 4-pin PWM header.4Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/nautilus-240-360-rs-argbRead 16 October 2026Included hardware: 2x RS ARGB Fans (240 RS ARGB). The PWM extension cable carries the daisy-chained fan group to one fan header.
BNZXT Kraken Plus 240
| Model | Size (mm) | Fans | Min speed (rpm) | Max speed (rpm) | Airflow (CFM) | Static pressure (mmH₂O) | Noise (claimed) (dB(A)) | Bearing | Connector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F120P Static Pressure Fan | 120 | 2 | 500 | 2,000 | 73.47 | 4.5 | 30 | Fluid dynamic (FDB) | 4-pin PWM |
Source1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Included fan specs for the F120P Static Pressure Fan: 2 individual fans, 120 x 120 x 25 mm, 500 - 2,000 +/-200 RPM, 73.47 CFM, 4.5 mmH2O, 30.0 dBA, fluid dynamic bearing, 4-pin PWM, 0.18 A at 12 V. The FAQ says each fan is rated 30.0 dBA at full speed. Zero RPM Mode stops the fans at low loads.3Owner's manualcdn-g.nzxt.com/dl/Kraken%20Plus_Manual_240919_V2-WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026The F Series static pressure fan has a 4-pin PWM fan cable. The fan splitter cable has an 8-pin male plug for the breakout cable and 4-pin PWM headers for the fans.
Fans
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Display and lighting
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RGB lighting
Yes1Press releasecorsair-newsroom.prgloo.com/news/corsair-launches-the-nautilus-rs-and-nautilus-rs-argb-series-of-liquid-cpu-coolersRead 16 October 2026The NAUTILUS RS ARGB models feature eight RGB LEDs on the pump and on each fan, with ARGB connections.2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/cw-9060092-ww/nautilus-240-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-cw-9060092-wwRead 16 October 2026The page names RS120 ARGB fans and the ARGB product name.
No1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026The F120P fan spec lists LED quantity 0. The overview sentence about RGB fans is shared text from the RGB model and is not followed.4Maker product pagenzxt.com/blogs/news/nzxt-kraken-aio-coolers-explained-elite-plus-and-coreRead 14 October 2026Lineup table: RGB on the fans only for Kraken Plus. The non-RGB 240, 280 and 360 have no RGB fans.
Lighting standard
ARGB 5 V3Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026The ARGB cables are connected to the motherboard's +5V ARGB header.8Reviewback2gaming.com/review/corsair-nautilus-aio-liquid-cpu-coolerRead 16 October 2026The review describes a +5V ARGB header and warns against forcing the 3-pin ARGB connector onto a 4-pin 12 V RGB header.
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Built-in screen
LCD1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Display: transmissive TFT, 262K colours, 30 Hz, 300 cd/m2, software-adjustable orientation.4Maker product pagenzxt.com/blogs/news/nzxt-kraken-aio-coolers-explained-elite-plus-and-coreRead 14 October 2026Kraken Plus has a square 1.54-inch TFT LCD, 240 x 240, 30 Hz.
Screen size
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Screen resolution
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Software
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Needs a USB header
Measured
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Cybenetics THETA, AMD AM5
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Cybenetics THETA, Intel LGA1851
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Overall performance at 30 dB(A), AM5 (measured)
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Overall performance at 30 dB(A), LGA1851 (measured)
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Noise at 100% fan setting (Cybenetics)
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Thermal tests (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions
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Heatsink dimensions
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Heatsink weight
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In the box
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In the box
1x Intel LGA 1851/1700 Mounting Bracket (pre-installed), 1x Intel LGA 1851/1700 Backplate, 4x Intel LGA 1851/1700 Standoffs, 1x AMD AM5/AM4 Mounting Bracket, 4x AMD AM5/AM4 Standoffs, 4x Thumbnuts, 16x Long Fan Screws (240 RS ARGB), 8x Radiator Screws (240 RS ARGB), 8x Washers (240 RS ARGB), 2x RS ARGB Fans (240 RS ARGB), 1x PWM Extension Cable, 1x ARGB Extension Cable4Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/nautilus-240-360-rs-argbRead 16 October 2026Included Hardware list of the Quick Start Guide for the NAUTILUS 240 | 360 RS ARGB. Items for the 240 RS ARGB are copied as printed with their (240 RS ARGB) tags. The 360 only quantities (24x long fan screws, 12x radiator screws, 12x washers, 3x fans) are left out.
Kraken Plus 240 x1, Intel Backplate x1, Intel Retention Bracket (pre-installed) x1, Intel Socket 1851/1700 Standoff x4, Intel Socket 1200/115X Standoff x4, AMD AM5/AM4 Retention Bracket x1, AMD Socket AM5/AM4 Standoff x4, Thumbscrew x4, Long Screws (30mm UNC 6-32) x16, Short Screws (5mm UNC 6-32) x8, Washer x8, F Series Static Pressure Fan x2, Breakout Cable Set x1, Fan Splitter Cable x13Owner's manualcdn-g.nzxt.com/dl/Kraken%20Plus_Manual_240919_V2-WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026Component list of the Kraken Plus 240 / 280 / 360 poster manual, with the 240 quantities: 16 long screws, 8 short screws, 8 washers and 2 fans. Names are copied as printed. The manual is a poster with the list in images.
Links
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Spec sheet
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Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
5years2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/cw-9060092-ww/nautilus-240-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-cw-9060092-wwRead 16 October 2026The page says five-year warranty. The launch press release says six years, so the page and the quick start guide are followed.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-rs-and-rs-argb-aios-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 16 October 2026Table: 5 Years for the 240 RS ARGB.4Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/nautilus-240-360-rs-argbRead 16 October 2026All CORSAIR NAUTILUS Series coolers have a 5-year warranty.
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