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Brontix CL-8979 Edge Low profile Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8979-EDGE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index646 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#31,198
Street price$19
Power3 W
Performance per dollar34.00
Released2020

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8979 Edge
TypeLow profile air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height48 mm
Fans1× 92 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling95 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise22 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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