Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-5688 Plus Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5688-PLUS · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index2,454 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#16,609
Street price$169
Power6 W
Performance per dollar14.52
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5688 Plus
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height163 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,000 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise23 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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