Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8973 Plus Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8973-PLUS · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index1,493 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#4,655
Street price$69
Power3 W
Performance per dollar21.64
Released2025

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8973 Plus
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height155 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise23 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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