Hardware Spec Index

Brontix CL-8981 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8981-XT · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index1,754 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#39,860
Street price$109
Power6 W
Performance per dollar16.09
Released2020

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8981 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height167 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,500 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise33 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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