Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8698 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8698-XT · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index1,766 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#22,797
Street price$119
Power6 W
Performance per dollar14.84
Released2022

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8698 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height168 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,200 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise22 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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