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Caldera CL-5981 Max 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5981-MAX · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index1,864 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#8,201
Street price$99
Power13 W
Performance per dollar18.83
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5981 Max
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator280 mm, aluminum, 27 mm thick
Fans2× 140 mm, up to 2,000 RPM
Pump3,000 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise28 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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