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Caldera CL-5281 Max Single tower Air CPU Cooler

CPU Coolers · Caldera · SKU CL5281-MAX · Released 2023 · Updated 2026-10-26

Key facts

Benchmark index976 (CPU Coolers scale)
Category rank#5,373
Street price$29
Power3 W
Performance per dollar33.66
Released2023

Specifications

BrandCaldera
ModelCaldera CL-5281 Max
TypeSingle tower air cooler
Heat pipes4× 6 mm copper
Height157 mm
Fans1× 120 mm PWM, up to 1,800 RPM
Rated cooling180 W (manufacturer rating)
Noise28 dBA (max)
RAM clearanceUnrestricted
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Warranty6 years

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