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Caldera CL-8961 Core Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8961-CORE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index2,338 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#37,276
Street price$169
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.83
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8961 Core
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height168 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise30 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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