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Caldera CL-8981 Max Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8981-MAX · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index2,420 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#6,992
Street price$159
Power6 W
Performance per dollar15.22
Released2025

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8981 Max
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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