Hardware Spec Index

Caldera CL-9697 Core Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9697-CORE · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-19

Key facts

Benchmark index1,565 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#22,325
Street price$89
Power3 W
Performance per dollar17.58
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9697 Core
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes6× 6 mm copper
Height161 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,500 RPM
Rated cooling220 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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