Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-4498 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL4498-XT · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index2,480 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#31,886
Street price$179
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.85
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-4498 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height167 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise24 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

Related guides

AIO Liquid Cooling vs Air Cooling for CPUsCPU TDP, PPT and Turbo Power Explained

Similar CPU Coolers

ModelBenchmarkPriceCompare
Zephyra CL-3039 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler974$29Compare
Brontix CL-3168 Plus 360mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler1,710$89Compare
Brontix CL-1136 Pro 240mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler1,352$49Compare
Zephyra CL-1818 XT Single tower Air CPU Cooler1,330$69Compare
Zephyra CL-1163 Pro Dual tower Air CPU Cooler2,247$159Compare
Caldera CL-7769 XT 280mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler1,489$79Compare

All CPU Coolers · JSON

Cite this page: Hardware Spec Index, “Caldera CL-4498 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler”, https://vextor7.com/item/21533290 (accessed 2026-10-26).