Hardware Spec Index

Brontix CL-8979 Plus Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8979-PLUS · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index1,879 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#35,115
Street price$119
Power3 W
Performance per dollar15.79
Released2022

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8979 Plus
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height160 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise33 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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