Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8868 Core Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8868-CORE · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index1,698 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#28,460
Street price$99
Power3 W
Performance per dollar17.15
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8868 Core
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height159 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise23 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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