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Brontix CL-8980 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Brontix · SKU CL8980-XT · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index2,158 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#19,465
Street price$159
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.57
Released2020

Specifications

BrandBrontix
ModelBrontix CL-8980 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height168 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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