Caldera CS-1009 Core Mini-ITX small form factor Case
PC Cases · Caldera · SKU CS1009-CORE · Released 2022 · Updated 2026-10-21
Key facts
| Benchmark index | 495 (PC Cases scale) |
|---|---|
| Category rank | #44,093 |
| Street price | $39 |
| Performance per dollar | 12.69 |
| Released | 2022 |
Specifications
| Brand | Caldera |
|---|---|
| Model | Caldera CS-1009 Core |
| Type | Mini-ITX small form factor |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX |
| Volume | 16 L |
| Max GPU length | 330 mm |
| Max CPU cooler height | 70 mm |
| Radiator support | 240 mm (side) |
| Fans included | 1× 120 mm |
| Front I/O | 1× USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 2× USB 3.0, audio |
| PSU support | SFX / SFX-L |
| Side panel | Tempered glass |
| Rear-connector boards | Not supported |
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