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Caldera CL-9685 Core Low profile Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9685-CORE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index1,124 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#5,269
Street price$49
Power3 W
Performance per dollar22.94
Released2020

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9685 Core
TypeLow profile air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height50 mm
Fans1× 92 mm PWM, up to 1,700 RPM
Rated cooling95 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise29 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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