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Caldera CL-9688 SE Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9688-SE · Released 2024 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index1,120 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#5,887
Street price$39
Power3 W
Performance per dollar28.72
Released2024

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9688 SE
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height156 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise33 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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