Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8696 XT Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8696-XT · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index1,691 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#26,236
Street price$99
Power3 W
Performance per dollar17.08
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8696 XT
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height161 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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