Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8216 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8216-XT · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index2,121 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#23,047
Street price$159
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.34
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8216 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height168 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise26 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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