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Caldera CL-4542 SE Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL4542-SE · Released 2026 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index1,866 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#864
Street price$109
Power3 W
Performance per dollar17.12
Released2026

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-4542 SE
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height160 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,100 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise32 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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