Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-3996 Prime Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL3996-PRIME · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-21

Key facts

Benchmark index1,654 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#14,642
Street price$109
Power6 W
Performance per dollar15.17
Released2022

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-3996 Prime
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height168 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,100 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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