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Brontix CL-8516 SE Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8516-SE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index1,786 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#18,204
Street price$99
Power6 W
Performance per dollar18.04
Released2021

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8516 SE
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height167 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise32 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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