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Caldera CL-8261 Core 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8261-CORE · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index1,667 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#2,924
Street price$79
Power13 W
Performance per dollar21.10
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8261 Core
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator280 mm, aluminum, 27 mm thick
Fans2× 140 mm, up to 2,200 RPM
Pump3,100 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise24 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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