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NZXT Kraken X42

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4 editorial reviews
NZXT have released their new range of updated Kraken coolers, complete with new RGB optioned set into an infinity mirror, We look at the Kraken X42 to see if it's all show and no substance.Read more
We review the NZXT Kraken X42 Series Liquid cooler, the little brethren of that X62 we reviewed. The smaller model is nearly as good as its big brother though. This revision CPU cooler is compatible ... IntroductionRead more
Liquid cooling has always been considered the gold-standard of CPU cooling. The performance goes well beyond what’s possible with air, and superior technologies such as phase-change are limiting both in price and accessibility. That being said, liquid cooling isn’t always beginner-safe either. With a custom water loop, one bad connection could drench your brand new motherboard in water. Additionally, differences in loop size and radiator location result in performance variances that not all users are willing to tolerate. If you’re an expert with money to burn, custom water cooling solutions might be the way to go. But for most consumers,Read more
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Key specs

  • LGA 1155 (Socket H2), LGA 2011-v3 (Socket R), Socket FM2, Socket AM2, LGA 1151 (Socket H4), LGA 2066, LGA 1156 (Socket H), Socket FM1, Socket AM3+, Socket AM2+, Socket FM2+, Socket AM4, Socket AM3, LGA 1366 (Socket B), LGA 2011 (Socket R), LGA 1150 (Socket H3)
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NZXT Kraken X42 - Full Specifications

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General
Supported processor sockets
  • LGA 1155
  • LGA 2011-v3
  • Socket FM2
  • Socket AM2
  • LGA 1151
  • LGA 2066
  • LGA 1156
  • Socket FM1
  • Socket AM3+
  • Socket AM2+
  • Socket FM2+
  • Socket AM4
  • Socket AM3
  • LGA 1366
  • LGA 2011
  • LGA 1150
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Material
  • Aluminium
  • Copper
Number of fans1
Tube materialPlastic
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Technical details
Fan speed (max)1800.0 rpm
Fan speed (min)500.0 rpm
Pump motor speed (max)2800.0 rpm
Pump motor speed (min)1600.0 rpm
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Dimensions
Fan diameter5.51 in
Radiator width6.89 in
Radiator height1.18 in
Radiator depth5.63 in
Weight31.39 oz

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NZXT Kraken X42 NZXT - Editorial Reviews (4)

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NZXT Kraken X42 NZXT Kraken X42 CPU Cooler Review
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Published: 21.12.2016
NZXT Kraken X42 CPU Cooler Review
3.2

NZXT have released their new range of updated Kraken coolers, complete with new RGB optioned set into an infinity mirror, We look at the Kraken X42 to see if it's all show and no substance.

18 minute read
NZXT Kraken X42 NZXT Kraken X42 Review
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Guru3D.com
Published: -
NZXT Kraken X42 Review

We review the NZXT Kraken X42 Series Liquid cooler, the little brethren of that X62 we reviewed. The smaller model is nearly as good as its big brother though. This revision CPU cooler is compatible ... Introduction

By Hilbert Hagedoorn
5 minute read
NZXT Kraken X42 NZXT Kraken X42 All-in-One CPU Liquid Cooling System Review - Nerd Techy
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nerdtechy.com
Published: 09.08.2017
NZXT Kraken X42 All-in-One CPU Liquid Cooling System Review - Nerd Techy

Liquid cooling has always been considered the gold-standard of CPU cooling. The performance goes well beyond what’s possible with air, and superior technologies such as phase-change are limiting both in price and accessibility. That being said, liquid cooling isn’t always beginner-safe either. With a custom water loop, one bad connection could drench your brand new motherboard in water. Additionally, differences in loop size and radiator location result in performance variances that not all users are willing to tolerate. If you’re an expert with money to burn, custom water cooling solutions might be the way to go. But for most consumers,

By TechGuru
11 minute read
NZXT Kraken X42 NZXT Kraken X42 Liquid CPU Cooler Review
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TweakTown
Published: 23.03.2017
NZXT Kraken X42 Liquid CPU Cooler Review
4.9

Should NZXT's Kraken X42 liquid cooler be your next CPU cooler of choice? Our testing shows that may well be the case.

By Chad Sebring
23 minute read

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