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Caldera CL-8979 Ultra 420mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8979-ULTRA · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index1,745 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#1,093
Street price$109
Power17 W
Performance per dollar16.01
Released2020

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8979 Ultra
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator420 mm, aluminum, 27 mm thick
Fans3× 140 mm, up to 2,400 RPM
Pump3,000 RPM
Rated cooling330 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise32 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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