Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-5243 SE Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5243-SE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index1,377 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#17,704
Street price$59
Power3 W
Performance per dollar23.34
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5243 SE
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height157 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,200 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise31 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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