Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-3968 Prime Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL3968-PRIME · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-22

Key facts

Benchmark index1,435 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#13,017
Street price$69
Power3 W
Performance per dollar20.80
Released2025

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-3968 Prime
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height156 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise23 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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