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Caldera CL-6986 Edge Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL6986-EDGE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-24

Key facts

Benchmark index2,207 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#29,645
Street price$189
Power6 W
Performance per dollar11.68
Released2020

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-6986 Edge
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes8× 6 mm copper
Height168 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,900 RPM
Rated cooling280 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise22 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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