Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8697 Prime Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8697-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index1,992 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#32,160
Street price$139
Power6 W
Performance per dollar14.33
Released2022

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8697 Prime
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height165 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,200 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise32 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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