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Brontix CL-8981 Core 420mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8981-CORE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index2,480 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#7,191
Street price$169
Power17 W
Performance per dollar14.67
Released2021

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8981 Core
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator420 mm, aluminum, 30 mm thick
Fans3× 140 mm, up to 1,700 RPM
Pump3,200 RPM
Rated cooling330 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise33 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty5 years

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