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Caldera CL-9657 XT 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9657-XT · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index1,109 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#22,250
Street price$39
Power13 W
Performance per dollar28.44
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9657 XT
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator280 mm, aluminum, 30 mm thick
Fans2× 140 mm, up to 1,500 RPM
Pump3,300 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise32 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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