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Caldera CL-8197 SE Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL8197-SE · Released 2025 · Updated 2026-10-27

Key facts

Benchmark index2,260 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#8,759
Street price$169
Power6 W
Performance per dollar13.37
Released2025

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-8197 SE
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height163 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 2,200 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise27 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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