Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-5697 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5697-XT · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index2,480 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#40,519
Street price$199
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.46
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5697 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise22 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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