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Caldera CL-5242 SE Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5242-SE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index1,925 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#8,154
Street price$129
Power6 W
Performance per dollar14.92
Released2025

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5242 SE
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height165 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise27 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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