Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-9685 Prime Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9685-PRIME · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index972 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#14,165
Street price$39
Power3 W
Performance per dollar24.92
Released2025

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9685 Prime
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)
Noise30 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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