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Caldera CL-5988 XT Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5988-XT · Released 2021 · Updated 2026-10-27

Key facts

Benchmark index2,247 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#39,732
Street price$189
Power6 W
Performance per dollar11.89
Released2021

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5988 XT
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height164 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,500 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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