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It's clear from a glance that the Kraken X60 is closely related to the Corsair H110 as the bare radiators and pumps look almost identical. There are a few differences between the two, though, which might make it a little easier to see which one suits your needs best.
Even though the two units both feature 280 mm radiators, they have different fan spacings. The X60 features 15 mm fan spacings and the Corsair has 20 mm fan spacings. This restricts the cases which are compatible with the coolers, so you need to look into this carefully before purchasing.
Here is a list put together by NZXT, highlighting case compatibility. Interestingly, there are a number of NZXT cases which can't accommodate the X60.
The Kraken X60 features Asetek's trademark CPU block which consists of a circular copper contact plate, secured in place with a series of screws around the periphery. The thermal compound is pre-applied to the block to facilitate installation.
One way in which the X60 differs from the H110 is that it features LED-lighting in the pump cap. This can be configured through a software application which is supplied on a CD with the cooler. We chose to download it from the NZXT website, though, to ensure we had the latest version. We will take a close look at the software later in the review.
The CPU block is connected to the radiator using two thick flexible rubber tubes which are, in our opinion, superior to the more rigid FEP tubing used on some coolers. This makes installation a simpler process.
Another difference between the X60 and the H110 are the fans bundled with the cooler. NZXT's fans feel better quality and can spin up to 2,000 RPM, compared to the Corsair's 1,500 RPM. The speed of the fans is adjusted through the fan controller which is built into the unit.
Monster! Corsair H110/H100i is hard to beat, but I like this cooler too. I might buy it to compare myself.
Kick ass !
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Best review I have read of this yet. just ordered one. thanks.
NZXT rock. I have one of their phantom cases, this is next on my life. great review.
Now I need to persuade my credit card to accept the charge !
These are great coolers, but the size and mounting positions mean they won’t work in a lot of cases.
Please check everyone before buying it could be an expensive mistake!
I just bought the Corsair H110, love it. this looks good too, so many great coolers now hard to choose.
Bought the X40 last week and its brilliant. X60 wouldnt fit in my case sadly, too big.
No intention of changing my Noctua NH D14 – its much quieter than any of these coolers.
Ordered this for my Phantom. cant wait !
Is is just me or are these coolers just getting bigger and bigger? I know many people said the Phantenks and Noctua took up too much space around the CPU socket, but these liquid coolers need half the case and huge mounting positions at the top of the case, hogging a lot of room?
Who cares if its taking up space on the top of the case? if its out of the way of the memory slots etc, its a winner. I love the D14, but I sold mine to get a H100i. The D14 is just as good at cooling, but I could never get at things I needed to
Already own the X60, bought it last week. and its fantastic. bit big for a lot of cases, but its obvious with a radiator this size.
I am using Bequiet fans on mine and its much better, cost another £20 but I dont care.
I must admit I think the Corsair H100i is a bit better looking by design.
Cant buy it here anyway, has to be Corsair for me.
I will buy this for my boyfriend for his new system, birthday present sorted thanks!
What is the best case to run this in?
Corsair Obsidan 650 works well with this cooler.
I don’t think there’s much to choose between the H110 & the X60 performance wise. You pays your money & takes your choice. That said I still use my old Antec Kuhler 920 & apart from it’s over elaborate (read pain in the ass) mounting system it probably performs just as well as newer competing brands in it’s class.