Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8517 Prime Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8517-PRIME · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index1,646 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#39,090
Street price$79
Power6 W
Performance per dollar20.84
Released2025

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8517 Prime
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise23 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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