NZXT Kraken X52 AIO CPU Cooler Review
Peter Donnell / 7 years ago
Introduction
Ready to take your systems cooling to the next level? The new NZXT AIO cooler is in the eTeknix office today, and we can’t wait to see what it has to offer. Water coolers are big business, and very popular among those who love to overclock their processors for maximum performance. The main selling point of the new X52, however, isn’t just performance. This cooler has some aesthetic swagger, that’s sure to appeal to those who want an aesthetically pleasing system. It features an RGB-lit pump housing, sleek looking fans, and CAM support, giving you plenty of customisation.
High-performance 240mm liquid cooler with lighting and CAM controls
“The all-new Kraken Series features the most advanced controls ever to be included in an all-in-one liquid cooler. Through CAM’s software interface, users can fine-tune settings to ensure an optimal performance, even in the most intense gaming sessions. Everything, including the pump, radiator, and the fans, have been redesigned to bring you the greatest experience in liquid cooling, all backed by an industry-leading 6-year warranty.” – NZXT
Features
- New performance engineered pump
- Individually addressable RGB and infinite mirror design
- CAM Powered for complete software control
- Includes Aer P radiator-optimized fan
- Advanced lighting modes for a fully dynamic lighting experience
- Reinforced, extended tubing for increased durability
- Industry-leading 6-year warranty
Specifications
| Dimensions | Radiator: 275 x 123 x 30mm Pump: 80 x 80 x 52.9mm |
| Material(s) | Aluminum, copper, plastic, ultra-low evaporation rubber, nylon sleeving |
| Weight | 1.08kg |
| CPU Socket Support | Intel Socket 1151, 1150, 1155, 1156, 1366, 2011, 2011-3 AMD Socket AM4, FM2+, FM2, FM1, AM3+, AM3, AM2+, AM2 |
| Ram Height Clearance | 35mm |
| Control Modes | Fan: Silent / Performance / Custom / Manual Pump: Silent / Performance / Custom / Manual |
| Control Method | Software with CAM |
| LED Modes | Preset Modes: Fixed, Breathing, Fading, Marquee, Covering Marquee, Pulse, Spectrum Wave, Alternating, Tai Chi, Water Cooler, Loading Reactive Modes: Smart and Audio |
| Pump Speed | 1,600~2,800 +/- 300RPM |
| Fan Model | Aer P120 |
| Number of Fans | 2 |
| Fan Speed | 500~2,000 +/- 300RPM |
| Fan Noise Level | 21-36dBA |
| Warranty | 6 years |
| Model Number | RL-KRX52-01 RL-KRX52-02 (Includes AM4 Bracket) |
| UPC | 815671012869 815671013439 (Includes AM4 Bracket) |
| EAN | 5060301693191 5060301693757 (Includes AM4 Bracket) |
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“The all-new Kraken Series features the most advanced controls ever to be included in an all-in-one liquid cooler. Through CAM’s software interface, users can fine-tune settings to ensure an optimal performance, even in the most intense gaming sessions. Everything, including the pump, radiator, and the fans, have been redesigned to bring you the greatest experience in liquid cooling, all backed by an industry-leading 6-year warranty.”
Packaging and Accessories
In the box, you’ll find all the hardware you could possibly need to install on both Intel and AMD platforms. The cooler does support AM4, but you’ll have to contact NZXT for a free upgrade kit. There’s also a bundle of cables, these are for connecting to your motherboard for CAM, as well as powering the fans/pump.
Also included, two very sexy looking NZXT fans. Each with black sleeved cables, and a dark grey/matte black finish that’s sure to look stunning in your system.
