The Arctic Freezer 34 eSports DUO wins in 2 out of 3 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is MSRP (73% better).
Kraken 240 wins in 1 spec (TDP Rating: 19% better).
Recommendation
Choose Freezer 34 eSports DUO if you want the best overall performance — especially msrp.
Choose Kraken 240 if tdp rating matters more to you.
| Spec | ArcticFreezer 34 eSports DUO | NZXTKraken 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | Air Tower | AIO |
| Height | 157 mm | 56 mm |
| Radiator Size | N/A | 240 mm |
| Performance | ||
| TDP Rating | 210W | 250W+19% |
| Fans | 2 | 2 |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Acoustics | ||
| Noise Level | ||
| 22.5 dB(A)−26% |
| 30.6 dB(A) |
| Fan RPM | 200 - 2100 | 500 - 1800 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Sockets | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, AM5, AM4 | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150, AM5, AM4 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $40−73% | $150 |
| Release Date | May 2019 | Sep 2023 |