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Caldera CL-4042 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL4042-MAX · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-23

Key facts

Benchmark index989 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#43,702
Street price$29
Power3 W
Performance per dollar34.10
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-4042 Max
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height161 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise24 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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