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Caldera CL-4242 Core Dual tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL4242-CORE · Released 2020 · Updated 2026-10-20

Key facts

Benchmark index1,748 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#46,919
Street price$99
Power6 W
Performance per dollar17.66
Released2020

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-4242 Core
TypeDual tower air cooler
Heat pipes7× 6 mm copper
Height163 mm
Fans2× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,500 RPM
Rated cooling260 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise26 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceOffset fin stack, 45 mm
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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