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Caldera CL-9973 Core 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9973-CORE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index1,213 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#30,038
Street price$49
Power13 W
Performance per dollar24.76
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9973 Core
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator280 mm, aluminum, 27 mm thick
Fans2× 140 mm, up to 2,200 RPM
Pump3,400 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise24 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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