Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8221 Plus Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8221-PLUS · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index2,480 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#37,371
Street price$199
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.46
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8221 Plus
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height167 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 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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