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Caldera CL-8281 Ultra 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8281-ULTRA · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index990 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#20,832
Street price$29
Power13 W
Performance per dollar34.14
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8281 Ultra
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator280 mm, aluminum, 38 mm thick
Fans2× 140 mm, up to 1,700 RPM
Pump2,900 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise24 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty5 years

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