Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8696 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8696-XT · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index2,372 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#41,832
Street price$189
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.55
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8696 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height167 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise33 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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