Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-2981 XT 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL2981-XT · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index866 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#17,670
Street price$19
Power13 W
Performance per dollar45.58
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-2981 XT
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator280 mm, aluminum, 30 mm thick
Fans2× 140 mm, up to 2,000 RPM
Pump3,400 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise32 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

Related guides

AIO Liquid Cooling vs Air Cooling for CPUsCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedAMD AM5 SocketIntel LGA1851 Socket

Similar CPU Coolers

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Zephyra CL-4772 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler2,480$189Compare
Caldera CL-5100 Ultra 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler1,430$69Compare
Caldera CL-6301 Plus 360mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler1,724$89Compare
Caldera CL-5702 Core 240mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler716$19Compare
Caldera CL-4451 Pro Low profile Air CPU Cooler693$19Compare
Caldera CL-8446 SE 420mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler2,212$179Compare

All CPU Coolers · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Caldera CL-2981 XT 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler”, https://vextor7.com/item/45301182 (accessed 2026-10-19).