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Brontix CL-8966 XT Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8966-XT · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index1,039 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#43,966
Street price$39
Power3 W
Performance per dollar26.64
Released2019

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8966 XT
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height158 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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