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Brontix CL-8949 Core Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8949-CORE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index1,116 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#24,378
Street price$39
Power3 W
Performance per dollar28.62
Released2021

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8949 Core
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height158 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,100 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise30 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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