Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-9978 Prime Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9978-PRIME · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index1,412 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#12,298
Street price$79
Power3 W
Performance per dollar17.87
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9978 Prime
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height160 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,200 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise24 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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