Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-4542 Core Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL4542-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index2,355 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#10,393
Street price$169
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.93
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-4542 Core
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height168 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,000 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise26 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

Related guides

AIO Liquid Cooling vs Air Cooling for CPUsCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power ExplainedAMD AM5 Socket

Similar CPU Coolers

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Caldera CL-8128 Plus Single tower Air CPU Cooler1,170$49Compare
Caldera CL-6808 Core Single tower Air CPU Cooler1,171$49Compare
Brontix CL-5686 Prime 240mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler720$19Compare
Zephyra CL-7712 Plus Dual tower Air CPU Cooler2,288$169Compare
Brontix CL-9957 Plus Single tower Air CPU Cooler778$19Compare
Caldera CL-2556 Plus Single tower Air CPU Cooler1,922$109Compare

All CPU Coolers · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Caldera CL-4542 Core Dual tower Air CPU Cooler”, https://vextor7.com/item/16460652 (accessed 2026-10-26).