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Brontix CL-8966 SE Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8966-SE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index2,403 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#8,647
Street price$199
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.08
Released2022

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8966 SE
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise33 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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