Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8973 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8973-XT · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index1,591 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#13,658
Street price$89
Power6 W
Performance per dollar17.88
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8973 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height163 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise28 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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