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Caldera CL-1698 Max Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL1698-MAX · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-18

Key facts

Benchmark index2,480 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#27,923
Street price$199
Power6 W
Performance per dollar12.46
Released2020

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-1698 Max
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height165 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,200 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise24 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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