Caldera CL-9896 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler
CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9896-MAX · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 1,284 (CPU Coolers scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #16,101 |
| Street price | $49 |
| Power | 3 W |
| Performance per dollar | 26.20 |
| Released | 2019 |
Specifications
| Brand | Caldera |
|---|---|
| Model | Caldera CL-9896 Max |
| Type | Single tower air cooler |
| Heat pipes | 4× 6 mm copper |
| Height | 156 mm |
| Fans | 1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,100 RPM |
| Rated cooling | 180 W (manufacturer rating) |
| Noise | 26 dBA (max) |
| RAM clearance | Unrestricted |
| Socket support | AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x |
| Warranty | 6 years |
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