Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-5538 Prime Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5538-PRIME · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index2,353 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#4,172
Street price$179
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.15
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5538 Prime
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height163 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 supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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