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Caldera CL-9690 XT Low profile Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9690-XT · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index941 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#38,793
Street price$29
Power3 W
Performance per dollar32.45
Released2022

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9690 XT
TypeLow profile air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height49 mm
Fans1× 92 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling95 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise28 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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