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Caldera CL-9686 Ultra 420mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL9686-ULTRA · Released 2019 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index2,187 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#2,772
Street price$159
Power17 W
Performance per dollar13.75
Released2019

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-9686 Ultra
TypeAll-in-one liquid cooler
Radiator420 mm, aluminum, 30 mm thick
Fans3× 140 mm, up to 2,500 RPM
Pump3,000 RPM
Rated cooling330 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise30 dBA (max)
Tubing400 mm, sleeved EPDM
Socket supportAM4, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x
Warranty6 years

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