Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-3242 XT Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL3242-XT · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-25

Key facts

Benchmark index855 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#33,372
Street price$29
Power3 W
Performance per dollar29.48
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-3242 XT
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height155 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise28 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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