Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-5686 Plus Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5686-PLUS · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index2,023 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#40,650
Street price$139
Power3 W
Performance per dollar14.55
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5686 Plus
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height160 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,500 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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