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Caldera CL-8986 SE 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8986-SE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index1,437 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#27,056
Street price$69
Power13 W
Performance per dollar20.83
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8986 SE
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator280 mm, aluminum, 38 mm thick
Fans2× 140 mm, up to 1,600 RPM
Pump3,200 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise33 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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