Hardware Spec Index

Teralux CL-8979 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Teralux · SKU CL8979-MAX · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index1,109 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#3,700
Street price$39
Power3 W
Performance per dollar28.44
Released2021

Specifications

BrandTeralux
ModelTeralux CL-8979 Max
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height155 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise22 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

Related guides

AIO Liquid Cooling vs Air Cooling for CPUsCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power Explained

Similar CPU Coolers

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Teralux CL-1562 XT 360mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler1,943$139Compare
Teralux CL-8765 Edge 360mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler1,630$89Compare
Teralux CL-1645 Max Dual tower Air CPU Cooler2,294$149Compare
Zephyra CL-7485 Edge Low profile Air CPU Cooler793$29Compare
Brontix CL-7302 Ti Single tower Air CPU Cooler1,143$39Compare
Caldera CL-5209 Prime 240mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler685$19Compare

All CPU Coolers · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Teralux CL-8979 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler”, https://vextor7.com/item/76525271 (accessed 2026-10-25).