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Caldera CL-2496 Pro Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL2496-PRO · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index2,440 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#11,355
Street price$169
Power6 W
Performance per dollar14.44
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-2496 Pro
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height166 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise26 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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