Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8946 Prime Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8946-PRIME · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index2,281 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#8,215
Street price$189
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.07
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8946 Prime
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height167 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise28 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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