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Caldera CL-8970 XT Low profile Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8970-XT · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index832 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#5,267
Street price$29
Power3 W
Performance per dollar28.69
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8970 XT
TypeLow profile air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height50 mm
Fans1× 92 mm PWM, up to 2,200 RPM
Rated cooling95 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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