Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-7968 Core Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL7968-CORE · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index1,587 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#11,717
Street price$79
Power3 W
Performance per dollar20.09
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-7968 Core
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height158 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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