NZXT today takes the Kraken liquid coolers line to new depths with the Kraken X31 by re-imagining the 140mm platform in a smaller, more affordable 120mm package without sacrificing the performance the Kraken has come to be known for.
Releasing the 120mm Kraken
By utilizing a 120mm radiator, NZXT has increased the Kraken radiator line’s compatibility to include cases that don’t support our 140mm standard. The X31 radiator is also optimized to run on a single fan without losing static pressure, airflow, or performance. Extended tubing make installing the Kraken X31 a breeze, while our industry leading six year all-inclusive warranty keeps your rig performing reliably at top performance.
Variable Speed Pump
The Kraken X31 includes the same state-of-the-art integrated variable speed pump that keeps noise to a minimum during use without sacrificing top end pump power as in the X41 and X61. A single 120mm pressure-optimized PWM fan connects directly with the pump to give complete software control over your Kraken cooler.
Control the Kraken with CAM
In addition to the unmatched performance and a robust warranty, our legacy Kraken Control software has been replaced by the Kraken+ module within our new software suite, CAM. CAM allows DIY enthusiasts to control the Kraken X31’s fan speeds other custom cooling settings directly from a PC or mobile device regardless of where you are in the world via its Kraken+ module.
The Kraken X31’s mix of performance, affordability, and reliability makes this is the perfect time to take the plunge and Release the Kraken!
Price and Availability
The Kraken X31 is available immediately for pre-order exclusively at the NZXT Armory Store for US$79.99 with an anticipated ship out date of mid-July.
6 Comments
Because 140mm radiators are -not- so mainstream. 🙁
Its a business move. They know they have to capture the more general 120mm market because they are tying up their existing customer base to 140mm options with their existing line. They have a headstart right now with their variable speed pump.
that variable speed pump and software looks nice and informative. i’d wish mine has that too lol.
In most applications it really doesn’t matter what speed the pump is running. These AIO loops actually have low head pressure and flow rate which is just enough for these applications. These exact Asetek model that NZXT is using is more powerful than the CoolIt models Corsair is using. I butchered more AIO loops than I have ever used. God rest their souls.
so these asetek and coollt models, if we make a real world comparison. around how many degrees celcius difference between these models?
Lots of factors to consider but say for example coolit and asetek made the same 120mm radiator with 55mm thick radiators, both bearing the same model fan then its actually quite even in terms of cooling. The difference will be in reliability and cost.
The Antec Kuhler 620 and 920 are pretty much the same as the CoolerMaster Seidon 120M and 120XL and Corsair H60 and H80 respectively. Varying thickness of rads, choice of coolant, default pump speed, support for PWM control, etc. these things affect performance of AIOs overall.
In my personal experience though, for AIOs. I’d go with the largest radiator I can get. Dump as much as heat as you can in those large radiators and you’re good.