Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-2980 XT Low profile Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL2980-XT · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index495 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#2,773
Street price$19
Power3 W
Performance per dollar26.05
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-2980 XT
TypeLow profile air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height47 mm
Fans1× 92 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling95 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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