Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8996 Prime Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8996-PRIME · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index2,131 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#15,810
Street price$159
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.40
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8996 Prime
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height163 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,000 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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