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Caldera CL-8516 Pro 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8516-PRO · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index1,344 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#41,878
Street price$69
Power13 W
Performance per dollar19.48
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8516 Pro
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator280 mm, aluminum, 27 mm thick
Fans2× 140 mm, up to 2,100 RPM
Pump3,100 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise27 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty5 years

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