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Caldera CL-1996 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL1996-MAX · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index1,489 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#25,442
Street price$79
Power3 W
Performance per dollar18.85
Released2022

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-1996 Max
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height158 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,600 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise22 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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