Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-8196 XT Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8196-XT · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index1,379 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#34,268
Street price$69
Power3 W
Performance per dollar19.99
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8196 XT
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height155 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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