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Caldera CL-8609 Max Low profile Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8609-MAX · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index1,242 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#22,796
Street price$49
Power3 W
Performance per dollar25.35
Released2020

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8609 Max
TypeLow profile air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height49 mm
Fans1× 92 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling95 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise30 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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