Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8998 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8998-XT · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index2,171 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#2,773
Street price$189
Power6 W
Performance per dollar11.49
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8998 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,200 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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